Species guide
How to catch Estuary cobbler
Cnidoglanis macrocephalus
brackishsaltwatergame fishPlotosidae
The estuary cobbler is a predatory catfish known for its elongated body and presence in brackish and saltwater inshore waters. It can grow up to 91 cm and weighs up to 2.5 kg. This species is valued by anglers for its fighting ability in estuarine environments.
Where they live
Found in shallow to moderately deep inshore waters within estuaries and coastal regions across the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Prefers brackish to saltwater habitats at depths from 1 to 30 meters.
Typical size
Up to about 91 cm
What they eat
- small animals living in mud or organic debris
Best baits
- prawns
- small fish
- worms
- squid
Best lures
- soft plastics
- paddle-tail lures
- jigs
- shallow divers
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- bait fishing
- light jigging
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