Fishing for Bigeye lates

Lates mariae

The Bigeye lates is a freshwater fish known for its large eyes and streamlined body. It primarily inhabits African rivers and lakes. This species feeds on smaller fish and invertebrates. Typically reaching up to 24 inches and weighing around 15 pounds, it exhibits solitary behavior, often lurking in deeper waters to ambush prey. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Bigeye lates

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Bigeye lates

West Keppel Fairway

1 in · 5 oz

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