Species guide
How to catch Southern saratoga
Scleropages leichardti
freshwatergame fishOsteoglossidae
The Southern saratoga is a striking freshwater fish native to Oceania, known for its elongated body and surface-dwelling habits. It is a skilled predator feeding on insects, smaller fish, frogs, and crayfish. Highly prized by anglers, it offers an exciting challenge in still and slow-moving waters.
Where they live
Found in still waters and slow-flowing parts of streams in Oceania, often near the surface and close to aquatic vegetation.
Typical size
Up to about 100 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- terrestrial insects
- aquatic insects
- frogs
- crayfish
Best baits
- small live fish
- frogs
- crayfish
Best lures
- surface walking lures
- topwater poppers
- soft plastic frogs
How to fish for them
- topwater fishing
- casting near vegetation
- live bait fishing
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