Although there are many different species of fish to target on fly within South Africa we regard the Yellow fish in a class of their own, some might even argue that they are the pinnacle of freshwater fish to target on fly within Southern Africa.

The yellow fish is a group of indigenous cyprinids that inhabit the rivers and still waters of Southern Africa. They are truly one of if not the most exciting freshwater fish to target in South Africa on fly. Yellow Fish cannot be caught elsewhere in the world which should definitely put them on the list for any visiting angler. Although there are nine different types of yellow fish, the two variants that stand out are the smallmouth yellow and the elusive largemouth yellow. These fish will definitely test your skills as an fly angler while providing you with an unforgettable experience.