Species guide
How to catch Indian glass barb
Laubuka laubuca
freshwaterbrackishDanionidae
The Indian glass barb is a small, translucent freshwater fish known for its sleek, fusiform body shape and shoaling behavior. It inhabits middle-depth areas of streams, ponds, and tanks, often forming groups of 15 to 30 individuals. This species primarily feeds on insects but also consumes plant matter.
Where they live
Found in middle-depth zones of streams, ponds, and tanks across Asia, thriving in both still and moderately flowing freshwater and brackish waters up to 2 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 11 cm
What they eat
- insects
- plants
Best baits
- insect larvae
- small worms
Best lures
- small soft plastics
- tiny jigs
How to fish for them
- light tackle fishing
- using small nets for capture
Track every Indian glass barb you catch.
Bobbr turns each catch into a species collection, quests, and streaks. We're building it now — join the iOS waitlist for $19 lifetime founding access.
Claim founding access