African Big Eye Catfish
Chrysichthys longipinnis
African Big Eye Catfish in Fishing Planet. Find it in Congo River. Bait options include Red Worms, Night Crawlers, Maggots.
How to catch African Big Eye CatfishBaits
Where to fish
Size by waterway
| Waterway | Fish class | Maximum weight |
|---|---|---|
| Congo River | Common, Trophy, Unique | 7 kg |
Fishing guide
African Big Eye Catfish (Chrysichthys longipinnis) is a small representative of its genus that prefers to inhabit shallow stretches with a rocky and sandy bottom. That’s why it can seldom be seen in waters deeper than 4–5 m (13-16 feats). The African Big Eye Catfish is most active at night, choosing to spend the daytime under the bottom rocks. It mainly feeds on worms and other small invertebrates, while larger
specimens might also hunt for small fry.
When it comes to float, feeder, or bottom fishing, the best way to catch African Big Eye Catfish would be to use Freshwater Prawns on a size #4/0 hook.