Jullien's Golden Carp
(Probarbus jullieni)

Other common names:
Isok Barb.
Esok.
Giant River Carp.

Identification:
Brown to red body with dark brown stripes.
Orange fins and tail, and a rounded snout with small lips.

Typical location:
Over sand or gravel bottom in large rivers and lakes with moving water.

Fishing methods:
Bottom fishing with molluscs, maggots or scrimp.

Fighting characteristics:
A tough fighter with long powerful pulls.

Thai Fishing Guide's recommended hot spots for catching Jullien's Golden Carp: