Yellowfish
The yellowfish is a cyprinid, a member of the minnow family (Cyprinidae). It’s feeding activities and selective nature, however, are very similar to trout. In addition it is a spooky fish that is a strong fighter when hooked. These habits make it an excellent fly rod species, and my friends in South Africa pursue it with delight. Recently Jay Smit, designer and builder of the JVise had an opportunity to get out and pursue yellowfish with his friend David Weaver and son-and-law, Andy. And although the weather was a bit nasty, they managed to find a few cooperative fish. Any questions about why they’re called yellowfish?.
Yellowfish can get up to about 20 pounds. This nice fish is a boot on the pale side, more a light yellowish.
Now that’s a yellowish, Jay. Anyone recognize that standard flyfishing weather?