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Nkupe

Distichodus mossambicus

Family
Distichodontidae
Max Length
57 cm
Max Weight
7.6 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
3

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Earthworms

    Use red wrigglers or nightcrawlers.

  • Maggots

    Effective when fished on the bottom.

  • Small Insects

    Grasshoppers, crickets are excellent.

  • Bread Dough Balls

    Add flavourings like peanut butter.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #3Spinner

    Silver blade is highly effective.

    Buy
  • Rapala Original Floater 07Crankbait

    Mimics wounded baitfish well.

    Buy
  • Strike King Red Eye ShadLipless Crankbait

    Good for covering water quickly.

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  • Blue Fox VibraxSpinner

    Produces strong vibrations.

    Buy

Techniques

Nkupe are often found near submerged vegetation or rocky outcrops; cast your bait close to these structures for the best results, or try chumming the water with bread crumbs.

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Where to Find Nkupe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Nkupe?+

Popular baits for Nkupe include Earthworms, Maggots, Small Insects, Bread Dough Balls, Mepps Aglia #3. Tip: Nkupe are often found near submerged vegetation or rocky outcrops; cast your bait close to these structures for the best results, or try chumming the water with bread crumbs.

Where can I catch Nkupe?+

Nkupe can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Lusaka Province, Zambia; Mashonaland East, Zimbabwe. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Nkupe get?+

Nkupe (Distichodus mossambicus) can reach up to 56.999999300000006 cm in length and 7.6 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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