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Giant pangasius

Pangasius sanitwongsei

Family
Pangasiidae
Max Length
300 cm
Max Weight
300 kg
IUCN Status
CR
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
3

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Earthworms

    Use large nightcrawlers, hook multiple on larger hooks.

  • Chicken Intestines

    Popular, pungent bait; tough, stays on the hook well.

  • Bread Balls

    Cheap, easily available, use with strong hooks

  • Boiled Potatoes

    Cube and hook; adds scent to your spot.

  • Shrimp

    Fresh or frozen, peeled or unpeeled, add scent

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala Shad Rap SR07Crankbait

    Good for trolling or casting near structure.

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  • Mepps Aglia LongCast #4Spinner

    Flashy retrieve works well in murky water.

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  • Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F1140Minnow

    Effective when trolled with a slow and steady retrieve.

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  • Storm Wildeye Swim Shad 03Swimbait

    Use with a weighted hook in deeper waters.

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  • Cotton Cordell Big O C77Crankbait

    Works in both stillwater and current.

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Techniques

Giant Pangasius prefer deeper, slower-moving waters so fish near submerged structure or in river bends; scent is key.

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Where to Find Giant pangasius

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Giant pangasius?+

Popular baits for Giant pangasius include Earthworms, Chicken Intestines, Bread Balls, Boiled Potatoes, Shrimp. Tip: Giant Pangasius prefer deeper, slower-moving waters so fish near submerged structure or in river bends; scent is key.

Where can I catch Giant pangasius?+

Giant pangasius can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include จังหวัดลพบุรี, Thailand; Kedah, Malaysia. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Giant pangasius get?+

Giant pangasius (Pangasius sanitwongsei) can reach up to 300 cm in length and 300 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is CR.

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