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Veined catfish
Arius venosus
Overview
The veined catfish, also known as the marine catfish, is a species of sea catfish in the family Ariidae. It was described by Achille Valenciennes in 1840. It inhabits tropical marine and brackish waters in the Indo-western Pacific region, including the Mozambique Channel, Myanmar, Indonesia and southern China. It dwells at a depth range of 20 to 50 m. It reaches a maximum total length of 30 cm (12 in), but more commonly reaches a TL of 19 cm (7.5 in).
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Prawns
Effective when fished near the bottom.
- Small fish (pilchards/whitebait)
Attracts larger catfish with oily scent.
- Worms
Good general bait, easily available.
- Crabs
Use soft shell crabs if possible.
Artificial Lures
- Rapala Shad Rap 07CrankbaitBuy
Mimics baitfish; good for casting and trolling.
- Daiwa Tournament D SpinnerSpinnerBuy
Vibration attracts fish in murky water.
- Z-Man MinnowZSoft PlasticBuy
Durable and realistic, great on jigheads.
- Berkley PowerBait Power GrubSoft PlasticBuy
Scent attracts fish, available in many colors.
- Shimano Lucanus JigJigBuy
Effective when jigged vertically near structure.
Techniques
Veined catfish often congregate near submerged structures or drop-offs, so focus your fishing efforts in these areas for better results.
Where to Find Veined catfish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Veined catfish?+
Popular baits for Veined catfish include Prawns, Small fish (pilchards/whitebait), Worms, Crabs, Rapala Shad Rap 07. Tip: Veined catfish often congregate near submerged structures or drop-offs, so focus your fishing efforts in these areas for better results.
Where can I catch Veined catfish?+
Veined catfish can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Johor, Malaysia. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Veined catfish get?+
Veined catfish (Arius venosus) can reach up to 30.0000012 cm in length and 0.7597 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NE.
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