Fishing for Indo-Pacific tarpon
Megalops cyprinoides
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The Indo-Pacific tarpon is a coastal fish known for its elongated body and large, shiny scales. Typically reaching up to 40 inches and weighing around 25 pounds, it inhabits estuaries and mangroves. Its diet consists mainly of small fish and crustaceans. Notably, this species exhibits a unique behavior of gulping air to aid in respiration. This summary is AI generated
slenderp51, Fishbrain Pro angler since 2019
Recently caught Indo-Pacific tarpon
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Water type
Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed
IUCN Status
Data deficient
Threat to humans
Harmless
Source: Fishbase
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According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Indo-Pacific tarpon.
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