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Cornish jack of over 20lbs are not uncommon on the middle Zambezi.
The small depressed head, terminal mouth and elongated body serve to separate this species from the rest of the mormyrids. Colour Depending on water quality and varying dorsally between yellow and bronze with an off-white silvery ventral surface. Juveniles are a deep blue colour. Size Fish of over 20 lbs are not uncommon Habitat Prefers deep, quiet pools Distribution Zambezi below Victoria falls. Major rivers of West Africa. Abundance Widely distributed, but nowhere common Angling One of the largest and most popular angling species. Because of its relatively small mouth large bait is not necessary and a thin fillet of fresh fish is as good as anything, though it will take worms and crabs and has been known to take a small spoon. Deep quiet pools are its favorite retreat and light tackle is adequate to handle this fish not renowned for its fighting abilities. |