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Squid fishing in Australia is a favourite activity among land-based and boat anglers alike, with some of the best spots found along the southern coastline. Popular locations include the jetties and piers of Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, South Australia's Yorke and Eyre Peninsulas, Tasmania's sheltered bays, and the inshore reefs of southern New South Wales and Western Australia. These areas offer ideal conditions - clear water, weed beds and rocky structures - that attract squid year-round, with peak seasons typically in autumn and early winter. Whether you're casting from a pier at dusk or drifting over seagrass beds in a small boat, Australia's coastline offers plenty of productive squid grounds to explore and Anaconda have all the right gear to get you on your way.

Where To Target Squid

Squid thrive in shallow coastal waters across southern states, with hotspots like Port Phillip Bay, Sydney Harbour and Adelaide's metropolitan jetties offering consistent action year-round. These cunning cephalopods congregate around seagrass beds, rocky reefs and man-made structures like piers and breakwaters where they ambush prey - particularly during dawn and dusk tides. Whether you're chasing Arrow Squid off Tasmanian kelp beds or Southern Calamari in WA's protected estuaries, having the right jigs and tackle makes all the difference when targeting these aggressive predators.

Which Lures Work Best For Catching Squid

Japanese-style Egi jigs in 2.5-3.5 sizes (especially in natural colours like orange, pink and brown) are absolute Squid magnets when worked with short, sharp lifts near seagrass beds and reef edges. For Southern Calamari, try smaller 1.8-2.5 jigs in bright tones like glow or chartreuse when visibility is low, as these aggressive hunters often strike out of instinct. Don't overlook prawn-style soft plastics either - when rigged on special Squid hooks and worked slowly, they can outfish traditional jigs in pressured estuaries.

What Techniques Work Well With Soft Plastics

For targeting Squid with soft plastics, slow-sinking prawn imitations rigged on weighted Squid hooks (1/16oz-1/8oz) work best when worked with gentle lifts and long pauses near seagrass or structure - the subtle sinking action triggers strikes as curious Squid investigate. Try adding occasional short, sharp twitches to mimic distressed prey, particularly in clearer water where Squid can track the plastic's movement. Focus your retrieves along current lines and drop-offs where Squid lie in ambush, keeping contact with your plastic to detect those tentative takes. Pair these techniques with specialised Squid soft plastics designed with ultra-realistic profiles and tantalising action to fool even wary Calamari.

Which Baits Are Best For Squid

While Squid primarily hunt moving prey, fresh fish strips (especially slimy mackerel or salmon belly) can work wonders when slowly jigged under a float near weed beds or structure. Small live prawns or yabbies suspended below a quill float also prove irresistible to hunting Squid, as their natural movement triggers aggressive strikes. For the ultimate bait presentation, try our specialised Squid floats and bait jigs that keep offerings at the perfect depth while adding enticing movement.

What's The Best Tackle For Squid

For targeting Squid, a lightweight 2-4kg graphite rod paired with a 2500 size reel spooled with 6-10lb braid line and 8-12lb fluorocarbon leader provides the perfect balance of sensitivity to detect subtle takes and strength to handle larger Calamari. Match this with specialised Egi jigs (2.0-3.5 sizes) in both natural and bright colours to adapt to changing conditions, along with Squid jig hooks for presenting soft plastics or bait strips.

Select The Best Squid Fishing Gear From Leading Brands

Squid fishing is a fun, accessible, and rewarding pursuit- and Anaconda has all the right gear from leading brands to help you make the most of every session. Whether you're fishing from a pier, over shallow weed beds or along rocky coastlines, our selection of Squid jigs from top brands like Duo, Harimitsu, Rui and Daiwa is designed to entice even the most cautious cephalopods. Pair them with a light spin setup from trusted names like Shimano and Daiwa for the perfect balance of sensitivity and control. Stay cool and comfortable while you're out on the water too, with fishing shirts from the Shimano range and Anaconda Species Range and enhance your visibility during low light conditions with polarised sunglasses from Spotters or Tonic. Neck buffs, fishing gloves, fishing hats and fishing jackets are perfect additions for any weather as well, and you can keep your gear tidy and protected with tackle storage boxes from Plano and Shimano. From beginners to seasoned squid chasers, Anaconda has everything you need - online and in-store - to get you geared up and ready for your next squid fishing adventure.

Play More & Pay Less For Our Squid Fishing Gear At Anaconda Today

Targeting Squid is a fun and accessible way to get into fishing, offering great rewards for anglers of all skill levels. Whether you're casting from a pier, in a boat or off the shore, Squid can be found in many coastal areas around Australia - especially during the cooler months and around dawn or dusk. With the right jigs, light tackle and a bit of local knowledge, you'll be well on your way to landing a fresh catch. Head into your local Anaconda store for expert advice on the best squid jigs, techniques and locations near you. From beginners to seasoned Squid chasers, Anaconda has all the fishing gear you need to get equipped and out on the water!

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