WikiCatchBigmouth chub
Nocomis platyrhynchus
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Nightcrawlers
Use a small piece, they have small mouths.
- Small minnows
Hook behind the dorsal fin.
- Crickets
A very effective natural bait.
- Grasshoppers
Especially good during summer.
- Mealworms
Easy to keep and readily available.
Artificial Lures
- Mepps Aglia #0SpinnerBuy
Silver or gold blades work well.
- Panther Martin SpinnerSpinnerBuy
Black body with yellow spots.
- Rapala Original Floater 05CrankbaitBuy
Use natural colors.
- 1/32 oz Marabou JigJigBuy
White or olive are productive.
- Strike King Mr. Crappie ShadpoleSoft PlasticBuy
Rig on a small jig head.
Techniques
Fish near rocky bottoms and riffles where they forage, using light tackle and small presentations to avoid spooking these cautious fish.
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Where to Find Bigmouth chub
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Bigmouth chub?+
Popular baits for Bigmouth chub include Nightcrawlers, Small minnows, Crickets, Grasshoppers, Mealworms. Tip: Fish near rocky bottoms and riffles where they forage, using light tackle and small presentations to avoid spooking these cautious fish.
Where can I catch Bigmouth chub?+
Bigmouth chub can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include West Virginia, United States; North Carolina, United States; Virginia, United States. WikiCatch lists 4 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Bigmouth chub get?+
Bigmouth chub (Nocomis platyrhynchus) can reach up to 23.999999499999998 cm in length and 0.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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