Sand Prawn Prawn/worm
The estuary and surf classic — pumped from sand banks and irresistible to grunter and steenbras.
📍 Where to collect / buy
Pumped from intertidal sandbanks with a prawn pump (permit; daily limit; closed areas apply).
❄️ Preservation
Use fresh; keep cool and damp. Pump on the day.
🪝 Rigging
Thread 1-2 onto the hook, points out; small hooks.
🎯 Presentation
Thread up the shank leaving the tail free to wiggle.
🐟 Best species
Spotted grunter, white steenbras, stumpnose, blacktail
#️⃣ Hook sizes
1/0-3/0 fine-wire
💪 Durability
Low — soft; use fresh
Note: bait collection (prawn pumping, mussel/redbait picking, cast-netting) requires the correct permit and is subject to daily limits and closed areas. See regulations.
