Catfish and Carp Tips for All Skill Levels

  • Fishing for Suckers

    Fishing for Suckers

    Suckers are a type of freshwater fish. You will find suckers in many rivers, lakes, and streams throughout North America. Plus can be fun and challenging fish to catch for both novice and experienced anglers. In this article, we’ll discuss some tips and techniques to use fishing for suckers. Use the Right Bait Suckers are…

  • Catfish Hooks

    Catfish Hooks

    Fishing for catfish can be an exciting and rewarding experience. But you find choosing the right catfish hook seems like a daunting task. With so many options available. It can be overwhelming to determine which one will work best for your specific needs. In this article, we will explore the different types of catfish hooks.…

  • How to Identify Burbot, Bowfin, and Snakeheads

    How to Identify Burbot, Bowfin, and Snakeheads

    Too many anglers do not identify burbot, bowfin, and snakeheads properly. At first glance, they appear the same. There are differences in each species. Knowing the differences is needed. In some areas releasing or keeping one fish is illegal. People that have fished for a bit of time likely know of invasive species like the…

  • Do Catfish Sting

    Do Catfish Sting

    Do catfish sting people? It depends on your point of view. The injury does feel like a sting often. The fin spines are stabbing you. They are not stingers. How Does a Catfish Sting a Person The term sting is not accurate but for clarity, it will be used. If you hold a catfish incorrectly…

  • Catfish Senses

    Catfish Senses

    Catfish have senses to help them survive. It is well known about the sense of smell. Yet people do not understand the sense of smell. You need to know how it works for fishing. The fish have other senses that help with feeding also. Most catfish can taste food up to 15 feet away. Your…

  • Carp Fishing Tips

    Carp Fishing Tips

    At times carp are finicky. A few carp fishing tips will help you get better results. A small change does have an impact. Changing bait, rig, or other items in your fishing helps with success. People stay with the same baits and rigs too often. If you are not catching fish, something needs to change.…

  • Carp Behavior

    Carp Behavior

    If you target carp understanding behavior is part of being successful. You need to know why and where a fish goes in a waterway. What type of food do they prefer? All fish have behaviors they use for survival. When you know where the fish will be in the waterways. It is easy to find…

  • Best Line for Catfish

    Best Line for Catfish

    The best line for catfish depends on the conditions in the water. Plus the size of the fish. People use monofilament and braids for catfish. Choose the line on the qualities you need for your fishing conditions. People at times overlook the line’s performance qualities. Lines have shock strength, abrasion resistance, memory, and diameters affecting…

  • Best Catfish Baits

    Best Catfish Baits

    Catfish baits vary with the species. The catfish have different baits they like best. Improving your chances with the right baits does help. People overlook that catfish have preferences in what they eat. Using the wrong choice in bait catches fish. Yet it will be fewer fish you catch. Catfish have a good sense of…

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