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Threespot leporinus

Leporinus friderici

Family
Anostomidae
Max Length
40 cm
Max Weight
1.5 kg
IUCN Status
NE
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
65

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Earthworms

    Effective, readily available and easy to use.

  • Shrimp

    Freshwater shrimp can be very effective.

  • Small Fish

    Use small minnows or other baitfish.

  • Fruit pieces

    They eat fruit fallen in water

  • Grasshoppers

    A good choice during summer.

Artificial Lures

  • Rapala Original Floater 07Crankbait

    Mimics a wounded baitfish.

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  • Mepps Aglia #3Spinner

    Flash and vibration attract attention.

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  • Strike King Mini SpinnerbaitSpinnerbait

    Great for fishing around structure.

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  • Zoom Trick WormSoft Plastic

    Texas-rig or Carolina-rig near cover.

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  • Blue Fox Vibrax Bullet SpinnerSpinner

    Cast and retrieve with varied speeds.

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Techniques

Fish near submerged trees, roots and other structure where they ambush prey. Use a slow, steady retrieve to entice strikes.

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Where to Find Threespot leporinus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Threespot leporinus?+

Popular baits for Threespot leporinus include Earthworms, Shrimp, Small Fish, Fruit pieces, Grasshoppers. Tip: Fish near submerged trees, roots and other structure where they ambush prey. Use a slow, steady retrieve to entice strikes.

Where can I catch Threespot leporinus?+

Threespot leporinus can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Goiás, Brazil; Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil; Mato Grosso, Brazil. WikiCatch lists 65 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Threespot leporinus get?+

Threespot leporinus (Leporinus friderici) can reach up to 40.0000006 cm in length and 1.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.

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