Species guide
How to catch Slender giant moray
Strophidon sathete
freshwaterbrackishsaltwatergame fishMuraenidae
The Slender giant moray is a large eel-like predator known for its impressive length, reaching up to 4 meters. It inhabits a variety of waters including freshwater, brackish, and marine environments. This species is a keen hunter, feeding on a range of crustaceans and fish.
Where they live
Lives in freshwater, brackish, and saltwater environments across Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Indian and Pacific Oceans, typically found from shallow waters down to 15 meters deep.
Typical size
Up to about 400 cm
What they eat
- small fish
- crabs
- shrimps
- amphipods
- gastropods
- detritus
Best baits
- live fish
- cut bait
- shrimp
- crab pieces
Best lures
- soft plastic eel imitation
- jigs
- swimbaits
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- drift fishing
- bait fishing
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