WikiCatchAyu
Plecoglossus altivelis
Overview
The ayu sweetfish, ayu or sweetfish, is a species of bony fish. It is the only species in the genus Plecoglossus and family Plecoglossidae. It is a relative of the smelts and other fish in the order Osmeriformes.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Ayu (small)
Use smaller Ayu as bait for larger predators.
- Earthworms
Effective in murky water conditions.
- Aquatic Insects
Caddisflies, mayfly nymphs are excellent.
- Stonefly Nymphs
Found under rocks in fast-flowing streams.
Artificial Lures
- Smith D-Contact 50MinnowBuy
Excellent for casting upstream in rivers.
- Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 50SMinnowBuy
Sinking minnow lure, good for strong currents.
- Ima Sukari 50SS DeepCrankbaitBuy
Deep diving, targets fish near the bottom.
- Rapala Ultra Light Minnow 06MinnowBuy
Great for shallower runs and pools.
- DUO Spearhead Ryuki 50SMinnowBuy
Dense body for accuracy and quick sinking.
Techniques
Focus on fishing upstream and retrieve lures with a twitching action to mimic injured baitfish, particularly when using minnow-style lures.
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Where to Find Ayu
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Ayu?+
Popular baits for Ayu include Ayu (small), Earthworms, Aquatic Insects, Stonefly Nymphs, Smith D-Contact 50. Tip: Focus on fishing upstream and retrieve lures with a twitching action to mimic injured baitfish, particularly when using minnow-style lures.
Where can I catch Ayu?+
Ayu can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include 栃木県, Japan. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Ayu get?+
Ayu (Plecoglossus altivelis) can reach up to 69.9999988 cm in length and 4 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is DD.
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