![]() Here are some of the basics that should increase your chances of angling success with this interesting mollusc.Ĭalamari are frequently encountered in the vicinity of seagrass beds or broken bottom. However, this article is focused on the capture of calamari, as they are more frequently encountered in inshore waters. Arrows tend to be very aggressive predators and will often take lures or baits intended for other species. I have caught good specimens while chasing flathead in waters up to 60 metres deep. Recreational anglers often capture arrows whilst targeting other species. They are easily differentiated from calamari in that instead of two long wings down the side of the hood, they have two short triangular fins near their tail that form a distinctive arrow shape. On light tackle, a squid of this size can put up an entertaining fight.Īrrow squid (arrows) tend to school in large numbers and can be found in waters up to 500 metres deep. ![]() Calamari have a life span of around 12 months, but are voracious feeders and some specimens can obtain weights in excess of 2 kilograms. Anglers can take both species, however the calamari is more commonly captured as it's found in the shallower inshore waters. ![]() Tasmanian waters are home to two main species of squid, the Southern calamari (calamari), and arrow squid. Catching squid can provide great fun for the family, doesn't require a boat, or expensive tackle, and provides the added bonus of being a delectable table fish. With summer fast approaching and many anglers, both serious ones and those seeking some family fun chasing the bread and butter species, its worth considering trying your luck catching something a little different, so why not squid.
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