Species guide
How to catch Barramundi
Lates calcarifer
freshwaterbrackishsaltwatergame fishLatidae
Barramundi is a prized sport fish known for its strong fight and delicious flesh. It thrives in various habitats, including freshwater rivers, brackish estuaries, and coastal saltwater areas. This adaptable predator grows large and is popular among anglers in Asia and Oceania.
Where they live
Found in freshwater, brackish, and saltwater habitats across Asia, Oceania, and surrounding oceans, often near coral reefs and estuaries from shallow waters down to 40 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 200 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- prawns/shrimp
- juvenile milkfish
Best baits
- live prawns
- small fish pieces
- crabs
Best lures
- soft plastic jerkbaits
- hard minnow lures
- topwater plugs
How to fish for them
- casting from shore or boat
- trolling
- fly fishing
- bait fishing
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