Silver Shark
(Balantiocheilos melanopterus)

Other common names:
Tricolor Shark.
Bala Shark.
Hangus.

Identification:
Complete body covered with large silvery scales.
Extremely small mouth and large eyes.
All fins transparent with dark edges.

Typical location:
Midwater in calm rivers and lakes.

Fishing methods:
Fishing on or near the surface with prawns or maggots.
Fly fishing.

Fighting characteristics:
Small but extremely fast fighter with constant direction
changes and long runs.

Thai Fishing Guide's recommended hot spots for catching Silver Shark: