Species guide
How to catch Hampala barb
Hampala macrolepidota
freshwatergame fishCyprinidae
The Hampala barb is a sleek, predatory freshwater fish found throughout Asia. It prefers slow-flowing rivers and lakes and becomes a fish-eater after reaching about 20 cm in length. This species is popular among anglers for its aggressive feeding habits and strong fight.
Where they live
Found in freshwater rivers and lakes across Asia, favoring slow-flowing waters where it hunts for prey.
Typical size
Up to about 70 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- prawns
- insects
- insect larvae
Best baits
- live baitfish
- shrimp
- insect larvae
- worms
Best lures
- soft plastic swimbaits
- crankbaits
- topwater lures
- small spoons
How to fish for them
- casting with lures
- bait fishing with live or dead bait
- fly fishing with streamers
- trolling in slow-moving water
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