Species guide
How to catch Kumakuma
Brachyplatystoma filamentosum
The Kumakuma is a massive freshwater catfish native to South America, known for its elongated body and impressive size, reaching up to 3.6 meters and weighing as much as 200 kilograms. It is a solitary, mainly diurnal predator that hunts smaller fish and other macrofauna. This species is prized by anglers seeking a challenging freshwater game fish.
Where they live
Found in freshwater and brackish waters of South America, the Kumakuma inhabits river systems with temperatures of 24-30°C, pH between 5 and 9.5, and moderate alkalinity. It typically occurs at elevations of 150-200 meters and prefers solitary life during daylight hours.
Typical size
Up to about 360 cm
What they eat
- small fish including species like Adontosternarchus devenanzii, Eigenmannia, and Synbranchus marmoratus
- other aquatic macrofauna
Best baits
- large cut fish bait
- fresh dead fish pieces
- live baitfish
Best lures
- large swimbaits
- heavy jigs
- big surface lures
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- casting heavy lures
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