WikiCatchClimbing perch
Anabas testudineus
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Earthworms
A readily available and highly effective bait.
- Grasshoppers
Especially good in grassy areas near water.
- Crickets
Another widely available and effective insect bait.
- Small Frogs
Can attract larger climbing perch.
- Shrimp
Small pieces of shrimp can be very effective
Artificial Lures
- Rapala Original Floater 07CrankbaitBuy
Mimics a small baitfish, triggering strikes.
- Mepps Aglia #3SpinnerBuy
Flash and vibration attracts attention.
- Zoom Horny ToadSoft PlasticBuy
Retrieved across the surface, imitating prey.
- Johnson Silver MinnowSpoonBuy
Weedless design works well in heavy cover.
- Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 50SSwimbaitBuy
A small profile baitfish imitation.
Techniques
Climbing perch often hide in dense vegetation; cast your bait close to the edges or into openings for the best results and consider using a weedless hook setup.
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Where to Find Climbing perch
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Climbing perch?+
Popular baits for Climbing perch include Earthworms, Grasshoppers, Crickets, Small Frogs, Shrimp. Tip: Climbing perch often hide in dense vegetation; cast your bait close to the edges or into openings for the best results and consider using a weedless hook setup.
Where can I catch Climbing perch?+
Climbing perch can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Jawa, Indonesia; Metro Manila, Philippines; Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 17 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Climbing perch get?+
Climbing perch (Anabas testudineus) can reach up to 25 cm in length and 0.4183 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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