Freshwater
Golden Mahseer
Tor putitora
- Peak season
- Fall and Winter (October–March)
- Length range
- 40–150 cm
- Weight range
- 2–45 kg
- Typical depth
- 0–15 m
Habitat
Fast-flowing mountain rivers and deep pools in South and Southeast Asia. Prefers clear, rocky rivers with rapids.
Behavior
Powerful river fish that fights incredibly hard in fast current. Revered as the ultimate freshwater sportfish of Asia.
Best techniques
- Heavy spinning with large spoons
- Ragi paste bait (traditional)
- Fly fishing with heavy nymphs
- Live bait in deep pools
