Discover the ultimate fishing experience with Suckerme's Rainbow Fury Multi-Coloured Popper Lures for fishing. Meticulously designed for catching kingfish and other large fish in New Zealand's waters.
What Fish Can Be Targeted in New Zealand with These Multi-Coloured Popper Lures?
The popper lure is highly effective for targeting aggressive surface-feeding fish in New Zealand waters. These include kingfish, kahawai, trevally, and tuna. The lure’s design, color, and action make it an irresistible target for these species.
1. Kingfish
- Kingfish are apex predators that aggressively chase down baitfish.
- The lure’s splashing and erratic movement mimic fleeing prey, triggering their hunting instinct.
- The vibrant mix of blue, yellow, pink, and silver resembles various baitfish species, making it highly appealing.
- Best fished around reefs, rocky points, and offshore structures where kingfish patrol.
2. Kahawai
- Kahawai are fast-moving hunters that feed in schools near the surface.
- The lure’s bright colors and reflective body mimic small baitfish like anchovies or pilchards, which kahawai love to chase.
- The mix of blue and silver enhances visibility in various light conditions, increasing its effectiveness.
- Ideal for casting around river mouths, harbors, and offshore workups.
3. Trevally
- Although often bottom feeders, large trevally will hit topwater lures in the right conditions.
- The bright combination of yellow and pink mimics the coloration of smaller reef fish, triggering a response.
- Works best with fast, erratic retrieves to trigger a reaction bite.
4. Tuna (Albacore and Skipjack)
- Tuna are highly visual hunters, reacting to fast, erratic movement.
- The lure’s reflective silver belly and multi-tone coloration resemble baitfish like saury and pilchards.
- The contrast of the blue head and bright yellow-pink body makes it stand out in the water.
- Best fished in offshore waters where tuna are chasing baitfish schools.
Multi-Coloured Popper Lures Specifications
- Brand: Suckerme
- Model number: Rainbow Fury (BPFL-03)
- Available Colours: Pink, Yellow, Blue Silver with Red and Black Eyes
- Length: 120 mm
- Lure Weight: 40 grams
- Material: High-Quality Plastic
Why Are These Fish Attracted to This Lure?
1. Multi-Color Baitfish Imitation
- The blend of blue, yellow, pink, and silver closely resembles multiple baitfish species, making it appealing to different predators.
- Predators instinctively go for weak or wounded prey, and the erratic movement enhances this illusion.
- The vibrant colors increase visibility in a range of conditions, from clear blue water to cloudy or choppy environments.
2. Noisy Surface Disturbance
- The cupped face of the popper creates a loud splash and bubble trail when jerked across the water.
- Predatory fish associate sudden water movement with baitfish trying to escape.
- The noise mimics panicked baitfish, making it hard for predators to resist.
3. Flash and Contrast
- The lure’s bright yellow and pink lower section contrasts against the blue top, making it highly visible.
- Many predatory fish attack lures based on flash and silhouette, not just color.
- The shiny, reflective surface mimics the flash of baitfish scales, which excites fish like trevally and tuna.
4. Erratic Movement Mimics Injured Fish
- When popped correctly, the lure "skitters" across the surface in an unpredictable way.
- Injured or distressed baitfish often break the surface when chased, and this action mimics that perfectly.
- Species like snapper and trevally will sometimes come up from below to hit lures behaving this way.
5. Topwater Aggression Triggers
- Fish like kahawai and kingfish naturally hunt at the surface, chasing schools of pilchards and anchovies.
- The large eye design on the lure enhances its predatory trigger, as many fish instinctively aim for the head when attacking prey.
- Tuna and other pelagic fish are hardwired to respond aggressively to fast-moving surface prey, making them more likely to strike.
6. Suitable Size for Big Predators
- At 12.5 cm and 40g, these multi-coloured popper lures is the perfect size for mimicking medium-sized baitfish, like piper (garfish), anchovies, and juvenile mullet.
- Big kingfish and kahawai prefer larger, more active prey, so the popper’s size makes it an attractive target.
