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Java barb

Barbonymus gonionotus

Family
Cyprinidae
Max Length
43 cm
Max Weight
6 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
11

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Bread

    Simple and easily accessible bait.

  • Rice Bran

    Mix with water to form a paste.

  • Worms

    Effective for attracting larger fish.

  • Maggots

    Small, wriggling, very effective.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #3Spinner

    Silver blade often produces strikes.

    Buy
  • Rapala Original Floater 07Crankbait

    Mimics injured baitfish well.

    Buy
  • Strike King Mr. Crappie Slab HammerSoft Plastic

    Small size effective in clear water.

    Buy
  • Worden's Rooster Tail SpinnerSpinner

    Vary retrieve speed to find what works.

    Buy

Techniques

Java barbs are often found schooling, so once you catch one, focus on that area to catch more.

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Where to Find Java barb

Selangor, Malaysia4 spotsTỉnh Vĩnh Long, Vietnam1 spotsAceh, Indonesia1 spotsKepulauan Riau, Indonesia1 spotsJohor, Malaysia1 spotsจังหวัดพิษณุโลก, Thailand1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Java barb?+

Popular baits for Java barb include Bread, Rice Bran, Worms, Maggots, Mepps Aglia #3. Tip: Java barbs are often found schooling, so once you catch one, focus on that area to catch more.

Where can I catch Java barb?+

Java barb can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Selangor, Malaysia; Tỉnh Vĩnh Long, Vietnam; Aceh, Indonesia. WikiCatch lists 11 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Java barb get?+

Java barb (Barbonymus gonionotus) can reach up to 43.0000007 cm in length and 6 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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