Species guide
How to catch Indian threadfin
Leptomelanosoma indicum
brackishsaltwatergame fishPolynemidae
The Indian threadfin is a large, elongated fish known for its distinctive thread-like pectoral fin filaments. It is a sought-after game fish found mainly near estuaries and continental shelf waters. Juveniles feed primarily on small crustaceans and fishes.
Where they live
Found mainly over shallow muddy and sandy bottoms of the continental shelf near estuaries in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. It inhabits brackish and saltwater, ranging from 55 to 100 meters depth.
Typical size
Up to about 142 cm
What they eat
- small finfish
- crabs
- prawns
- prawn larvae
- shrimps
Best baits
- fresh prawns
- small fish chunks
- crab pieces
Best lures
- soft plastic baits
- metal spoons
- jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- casting near estuaries
- trolling
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