Sooty Grunter Tackle

Sooty grunter are a member of the large family terapontidae, which incudes many freshwater grunters and perches.They are a deep-bodied fish, and display considerably more girth than many other species for of the same depth. They can range in colour from almost jet black, to brown, to a pale pink colour. They have a medium-sized mouth with rubbery lips, and many small conical teeth for gripping prey.

Sooties are aggressive, bold and competitive, making them a lure angler's dream. In rivers, they inhabit attractive shallow, snaggy pools between riffles, making the experience all the more enjoyable for the angler. In impoundments, they can pack on a lot of weight, but still respond to the same range of baits and lures. Here are some tackle recommendations for sooty grunter.