Largemouth yellowfish
species of Actinopterygii
The largemouth yellowfish or Vaal-Orange largemouth yellowfish (Labeobarbus kimberleyensis) is a ray-finned fish species in the family Cyprinidae. This large freshwater barb is found in southern Africa. It is listed as a near threatened species.
Record Catch on Feeder Rod
Dr. Shahed Nosarka, a South African national angler, holds the record for the largest largemouth yellowfish caught on a feeder rod using light tackle. His record-breaking catch weighed 6.13 kg and was achieved at Vaal Dam, a well-known location for freshwater angling.
Nosarka's record is particularly notable as it was achieved using feeder fishing techniques, which require precision, skill, and finesse due to the light tackle used. His achievement has been officially recognized within the South African angling community and has been featured in publications such as The Bank Angler Magazine and on various angling platforms.
His expertise in competitive fishing, particularly in feeder angling, has earned him multiple selections for the South African Protea Team and a bronze medal at the 2023 Method Feeder World Championships.
Taxonomy
It has long been placed in Barbus, the "wastebin genus" for barbs, by default; however, the species is increasingly being restored to related yellowfish genus Labeobarbus which seems a much more appropriate placement.
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