Other common names:
Isok Barb.
Esok.
Giant River Carp.
Identification:
Brown to red body with dark brown stripes.
Orange fins and tail, and a rounded snout with small lips.
Typical location:
Over sand or gravel bottom in large rivers and lakes with moving water.
Fishing methods:
Bottom fishing with molluscs, maggots or scrimp.
Fighting characteristics:
A tough fighter with long powerful pulls. |
