Royal Featherback
(Chitala blanci)

Other common names:
Indochina Featherback.

Identification:
Silver body with a grey to light brown back.
Black spots on the first half of the body and irregular bands
on the rear part, extending on the anal and long caudal fin.

Typical location:
Around rocks and tree roots in fast flowing and deep waters.

Fishing methods:
Live bait fishing with fish or prawns.
Casting small minnows, spinners and flies.

Fighting characteristics:
An extremely beautiful jumper, with impressive power.

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