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questions about Triggerfish

#1 Post by gfkelly1969 »

just wondering has anyone caught Triggerfish in the connamara area over the last few years,i have heard of 2 being washed up on a beach near clifden 2 years ago also what bait is best and do they like beaches or rough ground or deep water marks
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Re: questions about Triggerfish

#2 Post by Thresher56 »

I caught a Triggerfish last summer in Killala bay from a boat and there was a second one caught in the same area the following week. Both fish were caught over rough ground on mackerel strip baits. I have'nt heard of any catches here this year.
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