Best Muddy Day EVER while FISHING at Pulau Ubin!
In this video, we went hunting for barramundi, only to find ourselves once again navigating the unforgiving terrain of Singapore’s (シーバス) offshore mangroves—specifically in Pulau Ubin.
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Pulau Ubin, a rustic island off Singapore’s northeastern coast, is renowned for its tranquil charm and natural beauty. It offers a nostalgic glimpse into the 1960s kampong (village) lifestyle, standing in stark contrast to the bustling modernity of mainland Singapore. Just a short bumboat ride from Changi Point Ferry Terminal, Pulau Ubin is a popular retreat for nature enthusiasts, cyclists, and adventurers alike.
The island is home to the Chek Jawa Wetlands, a vibrant ecosystem that features mangroves, seagrass lagoons, and coastal forests. A well-maintained boardwalk offers visitors the chance to observe fascinating wildlife up close, such as mudskippers, fiddler crabs, and rare bird species. Pulau Ubin also caters to outdoor enthusiasts with activities like kayaking, hiking, and mountain biking along its rugged trails.
Traditional wooden houses, rubber plantations, and granite quarries dot the island, creating an authentic kampong experience. Visitors can explore at their own pace, either on foot or by renting a bicycle. Pulau Ubin’s strong focus on biodiversity conservation has transformed it into both a living museum of Singapore’s heritage and a sanctuary for wildlife.
Pulau Ubin’s waters are teeming with fish species such as the Asian sea bass, locally known as kim bak lor (KBL) or by its scientific name Lates calcarifer. Other common catches include mangrove jack (Lutjanus argentimaculatus), groupers, and more.
On this trip, I was targeting an invasive species, the Taiwan Ngor (Sciaenops ocellatus). Unfortunately, I wasn’t lucky enough to lure one. Native to the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico coasts of North America, this species is not indigenous to Singapore. Any found here are likely introduced through fish farming activities.
How to catch Asian Sea Bass or Kim Bak Lor (KBL) in Singapore?
Look for areas near mangroves, river mouths, or rocky structures. Pulau Ubin has mangrove-lined shores, particularly near Ketam Quarry and Ubin Jetty. To increase your chances, it’s best to go on low tide so that the area of water reduces. Barramundi (also known as seabass or “siakap”) are ambush predators that hunt in moving water.
Use of soft plastics resembling baitfish (paddle tails or shrimp imitation) works the best in my opinion. However i still did not lure any on this particular day haha.
My tackle:
Daiwa Silver Creek Trad 51lb
Daiwa Steez
Varivas Shore Line PE 1.2
Daiwa J-thread FC 20lb