The Goliath tiger fish- a sort of tiger fish is lovingly known as the River monster by some of those fishermen who thrive on the task of facing this type of formidable creature. Tiger fishing just isn't for the weak hearted fisherman however, if you are determined about making a big catch then it's best to know the type of fish you will be dealing with. Outlined in this article I am supplying you with the fundamental facts pertaining to the tiger fish and the instruments used to catch them.
With sharp teeth and a fierce manner you can easily understand how this fish got its name. The tiger fish has a pretty big head with razor sharp teeth which interlock enabling the fish to rip the flesh of other fish easily. The teeth of a tiger fish is exchanged throughout the lifetime of the tiger fish, ultimately causing a razor sharp bite every time. This fish often gets away with fisherman's bait and line so make certain that that you are well prepared. Tiger fish most often are greyish silver in colour however their colours vary depending on the group of tiger fish. Most varieties of tiger fish have strips on their bodies. One kind of tiger fish- Goliath tiger fish- can reach up to 50kg in weight while another typical class of tiger fish can reach up to 15kg.
Tiger fish are mostly located in warmer tumultuous waters such as the waters in the; Congo river basin, Zambezi river, Okavango river and Jozini dam. The tiger fish is an incredibly strong swimmer so they favor tumultuous waters where fish who wrestle against the current can make for easy victims.
The technique of sportfishing used to hook the tiger fish is fly fishing. The equipment required for tiger fishing:
o A fishing rod: 8-10 weight o Reel: One which can hold the maximum amount of backing ( min-180m ) o Fly line: Not less than a 20lb monofilament line o Leader line o Flies
The most popular river for tiger fishing vacations is the upper Zambezi river. This region is normally filled with fisherman in the mid months of the year (May, June and July). This is the time the water levels of the river are at its maximum and it is easiest to hook tiger fish as the river is in overflow.
If you are serious about tiger fishing why not arrange a stay at one of the various accommodations and lodges along the Zambezi which offer complete tiger fishing packages. These packages typically include accommodation, flights, food, boat hire, a river guide and much more. Apart from the saving in cost package deals provide you the easiness of not needing to do the hard work of coordinating your adventure. Another advantage is that you get the practical experience of a river guide who will assist you as you go along. These professionals in tiger fishing will help you improve your odds of making that big catch you had been looking for. Remember that tiger fishing isn't a sport for the faint hearted, once the tiger fish takes the bait there'll be a great deal of yanking and fuss.
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