Daiwa
2.44m
10–40 g · 6–14 lb
catfish · Clarias gariepinus
Sharptooth barbel
A big, tough, mostly nocturnal catfish found in almost every freshwater system.
Stylised illustration, not to scale.
Baits
- Chicken liver
- Small fish
- Redworm
- Sardine
- Habitat
- Dams, rivers and floodplains, often in murky water over soft bottoms.
- Season
- Present through the year, and most active in warm months and after rain.
- Best times
- Dusk and night.
- Tackle
- A strong 8 to 9 ft rod, a 4000 to 6000 reel and 15 to 25 lb line.
- Hook
- Size 1/0 to 4/0 circle or strong baitholder hook.
Tips
Use a strong hook and line: barbel are powerful and will head for cover.
Hold the fish carefully: the fins have spines.
Bring a long-nose pliers and a wet cloth.
Rules
Widespread and indigenous. Check the water's rules on bait and size.
This site is not an official source. Check the current rules with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.
Recommendations are pending review by a local angler.
Rigs
Rigs that suit sharptooth barbel
Gear
Gear for sharptooth barbel
Daiwa
2.74m
14–56 g · 8–17 lb
Penn
6000size
Spinning · 280 m line
Shimano
4000size
Spinning · 200 m line