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Mediterranean banded killifish

Aphanius fasciatus

Family
Cyprinodontidae
Max Length
7 cm
Max Weight
0.1 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Bloodworms

    Effective due to strong scent and movement.

  • Small Earthworms

    A classic, readily available bait.

  • Maggots (maggots)

    Highly attractive and easy to keep.

  • Shrimp pieces

    Attracts killifish with natural scent.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Small size is crucial for this species.

    Buy
  • Blue Fox Vibrax Minnow Spin #1Spinner

    Vibration and flash attract attention.

    Buy
  • Yo-Zuri Pins Minnow F366Minnow

    Small and realistic imitation.

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  • Crappie MagnetSoft Plastic

    Small size, great action, easy to rig.

    Buy

Techniques

Use a very light line (2-4 lb test) and small hooks (size 12-16) for best results, as killifish have small mouths and can be easily spooked.

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Where to Find Mediterranean banded killifish

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Mediterranean banded killifish?+

Popular baits for Mediterranean banded killifish include Bloodworms, Small Earthworms, Maggots (maggots), Shrimp pieces, Mepps Aglia #0. Tip: Use a very light line (2-4 lb test) and small hooks (size 12-16) for best results, as killifish have small mouths and can be easily spooked.

Where can I catch Mediterranean banded killifish?+

Mediterranean banded killifish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Zadarska županija, Croatia. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Mediterranean banded killifish get?+

Mediterranean banded killifish (Aphanius fasciatus) can reach up to 6.800000000000001 cm in length and 0.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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