Lagos Lagoon
Lagos Lagoon is a lake in Lagos (Lagos Lagoon). Anglers here fish mainly for African Sharptooth Catfish, Atlantic Tarpon and Nile Perch.
Best day to fish
The bite over the next days, scored at dusk. Based on the weather forecast, so it is guidance, not guarantees.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Next hours
Likely catch now (6 species)
About the fishing here
Popular catches here include African Sharptooth Catfish, Atlantic Tarpon, Nile Perch, Giant African Threadfin, Great Barracuda and Nile Tilapia.
African Sharptooth Catfish fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn, dusk and night.
A national or regional fishing permit is generally required here. Check the local rules. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Guides for this water
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
About this water
Lagos Lagoon is a lagoon found in the city of Lagos, southwest Nigeria, the most populous city in Africa. The name Lagos means 'lakes' in Portuguese, therefore Lagos Lagoon is an example of a tautological place name. The lagoon lies between the Atlantic Ocean and Lagos State. It is one of the ten lagoons in Lagos State and the largest in the Gulf of Guinea which spans over 6,000 square kilometers (2,300 sq mi).
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Lagos Lagoon?
Popular catches here include African Sharptooth Catfish, Atlantic Tarpon, Nile Perch, Giant African Threadfin, Great Barracuda and Nile Tilapia.
Do you need a fishing license at Lagos Lagoon?
Usually yes. Most countries require a national or regional fishing permit. Check the local rules via the link on this page.
When is the best time to fish Lagos Lagoon?
African Sharptooth Catfish fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn, dusk and night.
What is biting at Lagos Lagoon right now?
Right now African Sharptooth Catfish is the most likely catch, at about 36%.