PURPOSE-BUILT MICRO TACKLE
Size #30 hooks for fish ordinary tackle misses
These pre-snelled micro fishing hooks are designed for deliberate fishing for genuinely small species — the same precision tanago anglers rely on. Their tiny profile helps darters, dace, shiners, minnows, killifish, juvenile sunfish, gobies and other micro targets take a small bait more naturally.
Ultra-small profile
Size #30 is suited to fish whose mouths are only a few millimeters wide.
Pre-snelled
Every hook is already tied to a 30 cm leader, avoiding difficult knots at the hook eye.
Fast connection
A loop at the end of each leader makes attaching and replacing hooks straightforward.
What comes in each pack?
- 10 size #30 pre-snelled micro fishing hooks
- One 30 cm leader tied to every hook
- A loop at the end of each leader for easy attachment
- Cardstock packaging that keeps the leaders organized
Please note: Rod, float, weight and bait are not included.
Who are these hooks for?
Target species
- Darters, dace and shiners
- Small minnows and mosquitofish
- Killifish and sticklebacks
- Juvenile sunfish
- Small gobies and blennies
Fishing styles
- Micro fishing and species hunting
- Tanago-style fishing
- Tenkara micro fishing
- Light rock and tide-pool fishing
- Close-range sight fishing
Species and fishing rules vary by location. Always check local regulations before targeting or collecting native fish.
Rig one in three simple steps
- Connect the leader loop to your light main line, tippet, quick connect or loop-to-loop rig.
- Add minimal weight or a micro float when conditions require bite detection or depth control.
- Use a pinhead-sized piece of bait and present it close to visible fish.
Keeping the bait small exposes the hook point and makes subtle bites easier to convert into hookups.
Baiting and handling tips
A narrow sliver of worm, dough bait, shrimp, insect or other locally appropriate bait is usually enough. Oversized bait can hide the hook point and make the presentation difficult for tiny fish to take.
Keep unused hooks secured in their packaging or a dedicated micro tackle box. Fine-point tweezers or small forceps can help with baiting and hook removal. When releasing fish, use wet hands and remove the hook gently.
When should you choose a larger hook?
Size #30 is specialized tackle, not the best choice for every fish. Move to a larger micro hook if fish repeatedly swallow the hook deeply, the bait will not stay attached, you are targeting stronger species, or the water requires substantially heavier tackle.
For multiple size options in one package, consider the 1-2-3 Hook Variety Pack.
Learn more about micro fishing hooks
Compare hook sizes in our micro fishing hook guide or follow our step-by-step micro fishing rig guide.
Frequently asked questions
Are size #30 hooks suitable for beginners?
Yes. The pre-snelled leader removes the most difficult knot from the setup. Beginners still need to use very small bait portions and learn to recognize subtle bites.
How do I attach a pre-snelled hook?
Connect the loop at the end of the leader to your main line, tippet, quick connect or another loop. This lets you replace a damaged hook without tying directly to the tiny hook eye.
Can these hooks be used in saltwater?
They can target small saltwater species in appropriate conditions, although the larger size #16 Micro Mariner may be easier to handle for some saltwater micro fishing.
Are these the same as tanago hooks?
Tanago are small, carp-like fish native to Japan, and anglers there use extremely small hooks like these to target them. Our size #30 hooks are built to that same ultra-small standard, but they’re tested and used for a much wider range of small species—darters, dace, shiners, killifish and more—not just tanago. Read more about tanago fishing and how it compares to micro fishing.
Edward Johnson –
The best hooks out there for microfishing! I’m not just saying that because I was there for testing and development, either. I have used a lot of hooks and this one is the best all around micro fishing hook I’ve used.