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Gilded catfish
Zungaro zungaro
Overview
The gilded catfish, Jau catfish or dourado catfish, is a South American catfish of the family Pimelodidae. It is also known as manguruyu or black manguruyu.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Sardines
Fresh sardines are a great oily option.
- Live Sabalo
A preferred live bait in South American rivers.
- Whole Chicken
Surprisingly effective for large specimens.
- Live Shrimp
Use large shrimp on a circle hook.
- Pieces of Pacu
The oily meat is a good attractant
Artificial Lures
- Rapala Super Shad Rap 14CrankbaitBuy
Trolled deep, slow retrieve.
- Strike King Red Eye Shad 1/2 ozLipless CrankbaitBuy
Cast and retrieved near structure.
- Zoom Magnum Trick WormSoft PlasticBuy
Texas rigged, slow dragging.
- Leland Lures Crappie Magnet Slab Hunt'RSoft PlasticBuy
Jigged near drop-offs.
- Mepps Aglia Long Cast #5SpinnerBuy
Cast upstream and retrieve slowly.
Techniques
Target submerged structures like fallen trees and deep holes, where Gilded Catfish often ambush their prey.
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Where to Find Gilded catfish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Gilded catfish?+
Popular baits for Gilded catfish include Sardines, Live Sabalo, Whole Chicken, Live Shrimp, Pieces of Pacu. Tip: Target submerged structures like fallen trees and deep holes, where Gilded Catfish often ambush their prey.
Where can I catch Gilded catfish?+
Gilded catfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Minas Gerais, Brazil; Caquetá, Colombia; Pará, Brazil. WikiCatch lists 15 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Gilded catfish get?+
Gilded catfish (Zungaro zungaro) can reach up to 139.999998 cm in length and 10 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.
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