Hibiki Fishing: Half Day Fishing (2-21-2010)

Monday, February 22, 2010

Half Day Fishing (2-21-2010)

Went out for a half day kayak fishing. I was hoping to chance upon a mangrove jack or a grouper. Sadly, no biggies. Still, I managed to hook a few small ones. All fishes were released. Anyway, the exercise was worth it. :D

A small talakitok who fell for a topwater lure.

A torsillo (Baby Barracuda) also from a topwater.

An palm-sized archer fish also took a liking on a topwater.

Also it's cousin archer fish got hooked on the topwater.

And lastly, another small talakitok foul hooked on a jerkbait.

1 comment:

AnonymousMarch 6, 2010 at 7:42 AM
men, di ba nag-alaga ka ng archer fish sa aquarium mo dati?

saka naaalala ko na "permit" ang ingles ng "talakitok."

may natutunan pala ako sayo (na hindi kalokohan lang)! hehehe
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My Version of *Inland Fishing

My fishing outings are relatively limited. Due to resource and time constraints, I mostly fish the inland waters of Luzon, Philippines. Lately, I spend a lot of time fishing places near or around Metro Manila --- the smog-covered capital of the Philippines.

Among the freshwater species that I normally seek are Apahap (Barramundi), Haruan (Snakehead), Toman (Giant Snakehead), Bangus (Milkfish), Tilapia, and Catfish. In the near future, I would like to target Largemouth Bass, Carp, Pacu, and Mekong Catfish.

I also go for saltwater species whenever there's an opportunity. There are a wide variety of salt-water fishes that can be caught around the area but I mostly target Jacks, Snappers, Groupers, and Barracudas from shore, pier, and lately from a Kayak.

Selective Catching and Releasing

What is Catch and Release and why catch and release?

Selective CnR (Catch and Release) is the logical thing to do as recreational anglers. I like to believe that I am an angler and not a fisherman. Fishing for me is catching and enjoying the fight. Whenever possible, I try to release juvenile and breeding adults. I only keep my catch only when it is seriously injured or when it is an introduced or farmed specie. In some cases, I do take home a few for personal consumption.

Because by doing so, I may be able to help preserve our native freshwater fish species and give small fishes a chance to grow and reproduce. Hopefully, by practicing selective C&R, even if the impact is so small, I may be able to fish and catch something for a little while longer.