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Fishing in New Hampshire
There are many species of catfish and even more ways to catch
them. Adults range in size from less than a pound to hundreds of
pounds. They can be found in all types of water including ponds,
streams, lakes and rivers. There are even species which spend a
limited amount of time on dry land. Big giant catfish put up a very
noble fight once hooked.
Catfish Fishing Lakes In New Hampshire
The New Hampshire state record white catfish was taken out of
Big Cub Pond. Other major lakes with catfish populations include
Lake Winnipesaukee and Lake Wentworth.
Most catfish are considered bottom feeders to one extent or another.
They will generally eat anything that can get in their mouth. Their
strongest sense is smell which they use to locate potential food
sources. Capitalizing on this sense is the primary weapon in your
search for these creatures. Aggressive catfish have been caught
on most types of fast moving bass lures so don't under estimate
their ability to catch live bait.
Fishing For White Catfish
Ameiurus catus
White catfish will typically found in slower meandering creeks,
streams, canals and small rivers. They are occasionally found in
brackish waters which drain into and mix with saltwater. Their primary
diet is fish, however they also feed on aquatic insects, fish eggs,
small crustaceans and even aquatic plants. Try live minnows or worms
and focus on daylight hours as these are not as nocturnal as some
of their other catfish relatives.
Catfish Baits
If it resembles food in any way and emits scent or an odor it
is likely to attract the interest of catfish. Every ardent catfish
expert has their own secret recipe. The ingredients range from natural
prey of fish and fowl to non-food items like soap and chemicals.
Chicken, shrimp, liver and stink baits are the most common ingredients.
The long whiskers of the catfish are always in search of an easy
meal.
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