Where can I fish tiger fish in South Africa?

Lake Jozini
Lake Jozini near Pongola in northern KwaZulu-Natal is the only waters in South Africa which is home to the ferocious fighting tiger fish.

Can you eat tiger fish?

Tiger fish is a white fish that tastes similar to bream (a.k.a. tilapia). It is much bonier than bream, however, which means it isn’t very conducive for serving whole or as a filet. Apparently, tiger fish is also excellent when pickled.

What fish do tiger barbs get along with?

Provided there is considerable space, one of the best tankmates for the tiger barb is the clown loach; it will even school with the tiger barbs and act as they do. Alternatively, pair the tiger barb with fast-moving tankmates such as danios, platys, loaches, or catfish.

Are tiger barbs bottom feeders?

These things can grow to be up to a foot in length, so there is definitely no chance of a Tiger Barb trying to mess with it. On that same note, since these guys are bottom feeders, they are extremely peaceful and won’t try to go after Tiger Barbs either.

What does a tiger fish taste like?

Tiger fish is a white fish that tastes similar to bream (a.k.a. tilapia). It is much bonier than bream, however, which means it isn’t very conducive for serving whole or as a filet. The camp chef skillfully prepared Mark’s fish by cutting it into small boneless pieces and frying these pieces in a thick batter.

How to catch tiger fish in Lake Jozini?

Tiger fish take spoons readily, and this is one of the best ways to catch them. Shiny silver and copper spoons can be fished easily around and over weed beds or in deeper water. Spinners of any variety work well for tiger fish in Lake Jozini.

What is the name of the tiger fish in South Africa?

A local name given to the Tiger Fish is Striped Water Dog. Lake Jozini, also known as Pongolapoort Dam is situated in the North Eastern corner of Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa, near the towns of Pongola and Jozini, bordered by the Phongola Game Reserve, and several other Game Reserves and the Lebombo Mountains.

How big is the Pongolapoort Dam?

Also, known as Pongolapoort dam. It is approximately 30km long and 5km wide. The mountains form the Eastern shore. The lake wall is in a 5km gorge in these mountains. The lake is surrounded by reserves on all sides, and is abundant in wild life, such as elephants, hippopotamus, rhinoceros, giraffe, buffalo and various other game.

How to fish for tiger fish?

When fishing for Tiger Fish you must accept the fact that you will loose many fish, some will come loose on the jump, whist others will tie you up in structure and many will bite you off regardless of a steel trace. Tiger Fish are extremly exciting to catch, they fight hard and do aerial acrobatics.