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Dusky narrow hatchetfish

Triportheus angulatus

Family
Triportheidae
Max Length
24 cm
Max Weight
0.4 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
5

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small insects

    Use aquatic insects if available.

  • Small crustaceans

    Freshwater shrimp and daphnia work well.

  • Worms

    Use small pieces of earthworm.

  • Maggots

    Effective in still waters.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Silver or gold colors are effective.

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  • Rapala Ultra Light Minnow 04Crankbait

    Use natural colors in clear water.

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  • Yo-Zuri Snap BeanCrankbait

    Small and effective for their size.

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  • Strike King Mr. Crappie Slab HammerSoft Plastic

    Small jigs work for this species.

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  • Blue Fox Vibrax Minnow Spin 1/8 ozSpinner

    Good for searching large areas.

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Techniques

Use a light wire hook for live bait to avoid injuring the fish, and retrieve lures quickly near the surface since they tend to feed up.

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Where to Find Dusky narrow hatchetfish

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Dusky narrow hatchetfish?+

Popular baits for Dusky narrow hatchetfish include Small insects, Small crustaceans, Worms, Maggots, Mepps Aglia #0. Tip: Use a light wire hook for live bait to avoid injuring the fish, and retrieve lures quickly near the surface since they tend to feed up.

Where can I catch Dusky narrow hatchetfish?+

Dusky narrow hatchetfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Loreto, Peru; Amazonas, Colombia; Boyacá, Colombia. WikiCatch lists 5 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Dusky narrow hatchetfish get?+

Dusky narrow hatchetfish (Triportheus angulatus) can reach up to 23.8000005 cm in length and 0.3561 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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