Striped Catfish
(Pangasius hypophthalmus)

Other common names:
Sutchi Catfish.
Pla Sawai.

Identification:
Dark back, silvery light to grey and deep curved belly.
Dark grey or black fins and tail.
Flat and wide head with low-set eyes and no teeth or whiskers.

Typical location:
At the bottom of the deeper waters in rivers and streams.

Fishing methods:
Bread and bait substance often in combination with a bait ball.

Fighting characteristics:
A very strong fish that refuses to give up.
Repeatingly long and tough runs in mid and deep water.

Thai Fishing Guide's recommended hot spots for catching Striped Catfish: