Aku

Description

The Aku Bird Teaser is a true classic in the Hawaiian Malolo lineup and a long-time favorite among offshore anglers. Designed to create maximum surface commotion, the Aku is inspired by real-world fishing moments—specifically, the discovery of baby aku (slipjack tuna) in the bellies of predator fish. That insight became the foundation for one of Hawaiian Malolo’s most effective and well-loved teasers.

Bold striping, aggressive action, and a flashing New Zealand paua insert combine to create a teaser that predators instinctively recognize as vulnerable prey.

Key Features:

• Distinctive Striped Pattern: Mimics the natural appearance of juvenile aku and other baitfish commonly targeted by pelagic predators.
• New Zealand Paua Insert: Adds natural iridescence and scale-like flash, increasing visibility and attraction in clear water.
• High-Action Surface Commotion: Runs on its tail with wings fully spread, creating splash, noise, and visual chaos.
• Flying Fish (Malolo) Silhouette: Carefully balanced size, shape, and profile replicate fleeing malolo on the surface.
• Handcrafted by Fishermen: Built with durability and performance in mind for consistent results offshore.

What Fish Are Attracted to the Aku?

The Aku Bird Teaser excels at drawing aggressive, visual predators that respond to movement and flash:

• Tuna (Yellowfin, Bigeye, Bluefin): Naturally keyed in on aku as a food source—this teaser speaks their language.
• Marlin (Blue, Striped, Black): The surface commotion and striped profile trigger explosive reaction strikes.
• Mahi Mahi (Dorado): Attracted to fast-moving, flashy teasers that resemble small schooling fish.
• Wahoo: Respond aggressively to teasers that create speed, noise, and contrast.
• Sailfish: Drawn to surface disturbance and erratic fleeing motion.

When to Use the Aku Teaser

The Aku is especially effective when:

• You need maximum surface commotion to pull fish up from depth
• Fishing clear blue water where stripes and paua flash are highly visible
• Targeting tuna-heavy areas where aku are a known forage species
• Running high-energy spreads alongside metallic or darker teasers
• Trolling at moderate to high speeds where movement and splash matter most

This teaser shines when fish are feeding aggressively and responding to chaos on the surface.