Daiwa Drown Dragonfly Lure 72mm – Hyper-Realistic Surface Fishing Lure

Bring the surface to life with the Daiwa Drown Dragonfly Lure 72mm — a meticulously crafted bait designed to imitate one of Australia’s most recognisable prey insects. With its lifelike hollow rubber wings, buoyant Elastomax tail, and corrosion-resistant SaqSas hooks, this lure creates an ultra-natural presentation that topwater predators simply can’t resist.

Whether you’re targeting bass in creeks, trout in rivers, jungle perch in backwaters, or bream around structure, the Drown Dragonfly delivers explosive strikes. The floating design ensures a “tail-up” stance when paused, while subtle twitches send ripples and vibrations across the surface, imitating a struggling insect and triggering instinctive attacks.

Perfect for freshwater systems, impoundments, and still waters, the Daiwa Drown Dragonfly is the go-to choice for anglers who demand realism, durability, and results in their surface fishing arsenal.

Product Features

• Realistic Dragonfly Profile – Accurately mimics one of Australia’s most common insect prey
• Floating Elastomax Tail – Keeps the lure upright and swimming naturally, even at rest
• Hollow Rubber Wings – Replicates the flutter and silhouette of a dragonfly skimming the water
• SaqSas Hook Technology – Ultra-sharp, corrosion-resistant hooks for superior hook-up rates
• Versatile Surface Presentation – Dead-drift, twitch, or pause to imitate insect behaviour and trigger strikes

Product Specifications

Length: 72mm
Weight: 2.8g
Type: Surface
Depth: Surface to Sub-surface (0–bottom)
Hook: SaqSas Treble Hook (#8)
Available Colours: Okiyanma, Ginyanma, Akane, Uka

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What species can I catch with the Daiwa Drown Dragonfly?
A: This lure is highly effective for surface-feeding fish such as Australian bass, jungle perch, sooty grunter, trout, and bream.

Q: What’s the best retrieve method?
A: Cast near cover or structure, let the lure settle, then add subtle twitches or shakes to create ripples. Many strikes occur during the pause.

Q: How durable is the Elastomax tail?
A: Elastomax is both tough and buoyant, providing long-lasting performance while maintaining lifelike swimming action.

Q: Can I use this lure in saltwater?
A: The SaqSas hooks are treated for corrosion resistance, but this lure is designed primarily for freshwater and light brackish conditions.