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How to catch Olive barb

Systomus sarana

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freshwaterbrackishgame fishCyprinidae

The Olive barb is a freshwater and brackish water fish native to Asia. It has a streamlined, fusiform body and can grow up to 42 cm long and weigh up to 1.4 kg. This species forms schools and is valued as a game fish.

Where they live

Found in rivers, streams, lakes, and beels across Asia, Olive barbs tolerate some salinity and often form schools in groups from a few to dozens.

Typical size

Up to about 42 cm

What they eat

  • aquatic insects
  • small fish
  • algae
  • shrimp
  • water plants

Best baits

  • small worms
  • insect larvae
  • shrimp

Best lures

  • small spinners
  • soft plastic lures
  • jigs

How to fish for them

  • float fishing
  • light spinning
  • bottom fishing

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