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Allegheny pearl dace

Margariscus margarita

Family
Cyprinidae
Max Length
16 cm
Max Weight
0.2 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small red worms

    Effective on small hooks, readily taken.

  • Waxworms

    Good for tempting finicky fish.

  • Mealworms

    Durable bait, stays on the hook.

  • Ants

    Natural food source, present in streams.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Small size is key.

    Buy
  • Panther Martin Spinner - Black Fury #2Spinner

    Vibrations and flash attract dace.

    Buy
  • Trout MagnetSoft Plastic

    Various colors can work.

    Buy
  • Bead Head NymphFly

    Size 16-20 imitates aquatic insects.

    Buy
  • Worden's Original Rooster Tail - 1/24 ozSpinner

    Small size spinner with a pulsating tail.

    Buy

Techniques

Use light tackle and small hooks (size 14-18) with minimal weight to present baits naturally in slow-moving sections of the stream where Allegheny pearl dace are found.

Where to Find Allegheny pearl dace

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Allegheny pearl dace?+

Popular baits for Allegheny pearl dace include Small red worms, Waxworms, Mealworms, Ants, Mepps Aglia #0. Tip: Use light tackle and small hooks (size 14-18) with minimal weight to present baits naturally in slow-moving sections of the stream where Allegheny pearl dace are found.

Where can I catch Allegheny pearl dace?+

Allegheny pearl dace can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Pennsylvania, United States. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Allegheny pearl dace get?+

Allegheny pearl dace (Margariscus margarita) can reach up to 16 cm in length and 0.15 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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