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Opsariichthys uncirostris
Piscivorous Chub
Freshwater
About this species
An unusual predatory minnow with a distinctive W-shaped mouth for grabbing fish. It chases baitfish in the surface layer of rivers and reservoirs, striking small lures aggressively. Breeding males flush with striking pink and blue colors.
Season
123456789101112
Depth
0 – 3 m
Habitat Spots
RiverReservoirStream
Fishing Methods
LureFly
Bait & Rig
Small spinners, spoons or minnow plugs retrieved fast in the surface layer.
Edibility & Taste
Edible but bony; usually released by lure anglers.
Similar Species
Told from pale chub by its larger mouth and predatory hooked jaw.
Record Weight
0.5 kg