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Pituna brevirostrata

Pituna brevirostrata

Pituna brevirostrata© FishBase (CC BY-NC)

Pituna brevirostrata is a miniature freshwater cyprinid reaching only 2.6 cm in length. Its tiny size and shy nature make it a curiosity rather than a sport target, but anglers interested in micro‑catch or biodiversity surveys may seek it.

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Basic Information

Family

Rivulidae

Max Size

2.6 cm

Habitat

freshwater

Climate

tropical

Best Season

Spring and early summer when water temperatures rise to 18‑22 °C

Best Time

Early morning or late evening when surface activity peaks

Distribution

No distribution map available

Fishing Tips for Pituna brevirostrata

  • Use a hand‑held ultra‑light rod with a 1‑2 lb test line
  • Employ micro‑jigs or tiny soft plastics under 2 cm in size
  • Present live micro‑bait such as daphnia or mosquito larvae
  • Fish slowly over submerged vegetation or leaf litter

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Recommended Fishing Equipment for Pituna brevirostrata

Recommended Equipment

RodUltra‑light micro rod, 4‑5 ft, fast action
Line1‑2 lb test monofilament or fluorocarbon
Lure TypeMicro jigs, tiny soft plastics, or minute spoon lures (<2 cm)
TechniqueGentle float or drop‑shot casting over vegetation, slow retrieve

Best bait: Live daphnia, mosquito larvae, or tiny shrimp