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Blackspotted topminnow

Fundulus olivaceus

Family
Fundulidae
Max Length
8 cm
Max Weight
0.1 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
2

Overview

The blackspotted topminnow, Fundulus olivaceus, is a species of fish in the family Fundulidae: the topminnows and North American killifishes. It is native to the south-central United States, where it is known from the drainages of the Mississippi River from Illinois to the Gulf of Mexico and as far west as Galveston Bay.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small Earthworms

    Effective all-around bait for various sizes.

  • Crickets

    Especially good in clear, slow-moving water.

  • Grasshoppers

    Ideal during summer when grasshoppers are abundant.

  • Mealworms

    Easy to keep alive; good alternative.

  • Waxworms

    Another alternative if mealworms are scarce.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Small spinners attract aggressive strikes.

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  • Rapala Original Floater 05Crankbait

    Mimics a minnow; twitching retrieves work well.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow 1 inchSoft Plastic

    Great scent; effective when jigged slowly.

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  • Panther Martin Spinner 1/16 ozSpinner

    Small profile perfect for clear water

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  • Z-Man Micro Finesse TRDSoft Plastic

    Wacky-rigged under a small float.

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Techniques

Use light tackle and a slow retrieve near cover such as submerged vegetation or rocks, as blackspotted topminnows are ambush predators.

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Where to Find Blackspotted topminnow

Florida, United States1 spotsGeorgia, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Blackspotted topminnow?+

Popular baits for Blackspotted topminnow include Small Earthworms, Crickets, Grasshoppers, Mealworms, Waxworms. Tip: Use light tackle and a slow retrieve near cover such as submerged vegetation or rocks, as blackspotted topminnows are ambush predators.

Where can I catch Blackspotted topminnow?+

Blackspotted topminnow can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Florida, United States; Georgia, United States. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Blackspotted topminnow get?+

Blackspotted topminnow (Fundulus olivaceus) can reach up to 8 cm in length and 0.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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