Species guide
How to catch Australian bonytongue
Scleropages jardinii
freshwatergame fishOsteoglossidae
The Australian bonytongue is a striking freshwater fish known for its surface-feeding habits and strong presence in northern Australian waters. It has a fusiform body shape and can grow up to a meter long. This species is prized by anglers for its fighting ability and distinctive appearance.
Where they live
Found in still freshwater streams and swamps, often near the surface or close to shore among aquatic vegetation in northern Australia and parts of Oceania.
Typical size
Up to about 100 cm
What they eat
- small fishes
- terrestrial insects
- aquatic insects
- microcrustaceans
- crustaceans
- plant material
Best baits
- insects
- small live fish
- shrimp
- earthworms
Best lures
- topwater lures
- surface poppers
- soft plastic lures
- small crankbaits
How to fish for them
- surface casting
- fly fishing
- light spinning
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