Species guide
How to catch Keeled needlefish
Platybelone platyura
saltwatergame fishBelonidae
The keeled needlefish is a slender, eel-like predator common around islands in shallow offshore waters. It often forms small groups over reef flats, lagoons, and bays. This species feeds mainly on small fish and is valued fresh in markets.
Where they live
Found in shallow offshore surface waters up to 2 meters deep around islands in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Common on reef flats, lagoons, and bays, typically schooling in small groups.
Typical size
Up to about 45 cm
What they eat
- small fish
Best baits
- small fish chunks
- shrimp
Best lures
- small surface poppers
- slender shallow diving plugs
How to fish for them
- light spinning
- topwater casting
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