Species guide
How to catch Zamurito
Calophysus macropterus
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The Zamurito is an elongated freshwater catfish known for aggressively preying on fish caught in fishermen's nets and hooks. This predatory species is a notable game fish found in South America. It exhibits a behavior of attacking hooked or trapped fish, reflecting its piscivorous diet.
Where they live
Found in South American freshwater systems, the Zamurito commonly inhabits areas where it can ambush fish caught in nets, seines, or hooked on lines. It prefers habitats where it can hunt macrofauna effectively.
Typical size
Up to about 40 cm
What they eat
- fish
- fruits
- flowers
- seeds
- insects
Best baits
- small fish pieces
- freshwater baitfish
- insect larvae
- cut bait
Best lures
- small fish imitations
- soft plastic lures
- spinners
- jigs
How to fish for them
- net fishing
- trotlines
- bait fishing
- using gaffs
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