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Asian redtail catfish

Hemibagrus nemurus

Family
Bagridae
Max Length
65 cm
Max Weight
9.5 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
12

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Earthworms

    A readily available and effective option.

  • Chicken Liver

    Strong scent attracts catfish from a distance.

  • Live Shrimp

    Works well in areas with brackish water influence.

  • Small Fish

    Guppies or small Tilapia can entice larger fish.

  • Grasshoppers

    Effective when fished near vegetation.

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala DT-6Crankbait

    Dive depth ideal for many catfish habitats.

    Buy
  • Mepps Aglia Long #3Spinner

    Silver blade reflects light, attracting attention.

    Buy
  • Zoom Brush HogSoft Plastic

    Texas rigged, great for structure fishing.

    Buy
  • Strike King Red Eye ShadLipless Crankbait

    Vibrations call fish in murky water.

    Buy
  • Berkley PowerBait Power WormSoft Plastic

    Scent entices reluctant fish.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near structure like submerged logs or rocks, as Asian redtail catfish often ambush prey from these locations; adjust your retrieve speed based on water clarity and current.

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Where to Find Asian redtail catfish

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Asian redtail catfish?+

Popular baits for Asian redtail catfish include Earthworms, Chicken Liver, Live Shrimp, Small Fish, Grasshoppers. Tip: Fish near structure like submerged logs or rocks, as Asian redtail catfish often ambush prey from these locations; adjust your retrieve speed based on water clarity and current.

Where can I catch Asian redtail catfish?+

Asian redtail catfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia; จังหวัดลพบุรี, Thailand; Aceh, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 12 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Asian redtail catfish get?+

Asian redtail catfish (Hemibagrus nemurus) can reach up to 64.9999976 cm in length and 9.5432 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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