Species guide
How to catch Smallmouth yellowfish
Labeobarbus aeneus
freshwatergame fishCyprinidae
The smallmouth yellowfish is a popular game fish found in African freshwater systems. It has a fusiform body and can grow up to 50 cm long. This species is an omnivorous bottom feeder often found in clear-flowing rivers and impoundments.
Where they live
Found in clear-flowing rivers and impoundments across freshwater regions in Africa. Prefers sandy or rocky substrates.
Typical size
Up to about 50 cm
What they eat
- water fleas
- snails
- plankton
- small mussels
- insects
- small fish
- algae
- detritus
Best baits
- worms
- insect larvae
- small fresh baits
Best lures
- small spinners
- soft plastics
- jigs
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- light tackle casting
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