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Blacktail redhorse
Moxostoma poecilurum
Overview
The blacktail redhorse is a species of ray-finned fish in the genus Moxostoma. The blacktail redhorse occupies North America, being located throughout Mississippi River tributaries on the former Mississippi Embayment, ranging from Southern Kentucky to Galveston Bay in Texas.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Nightcrawlers
Thread onto a small hook, fish on the bottom.
- Redworms
Effective on small hooks, easy to find.
- Crickets
Use small sizes for best results.
- Mealworms
Present on the bottom near cover.
Artificial Lures
- Mepps Aglia #3SpinnerBuy
Silver or gold, slow retrieve near the bottom.
- Rooster Tail Spinner 1/8 ozSpinnerBuy
White or chartreuse, cast upstream.
- Rapala Ultra Light Minnow 04CrankbaitBuy
Cast across current, reel slowly.
- Beetle Spin 1/8 ozSpinnerBuy
White or yellow body colors work well.
- Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow 1"Soft PlasticBuy
Chartreuse color on a jighead.
Techniques
Fish near the bottom in slower currents adjacent to faster moving water where they can rest and ambush food.
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Where to Find Blacktail redhorse
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Blacktail redhorse?+
Popular baits for Blacktail redhorse include Nightcrawlers, Redworms, Crickets, Mealworms, Mepps Aglia #3. Tip: Fish near the bottom in slower currents adjacent to faster moving water where they can rest and ambush food.
Where can I catch Blacktail redhorse?+
Blacktail redhorse can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Alabama, United States; Louisiana, United States. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Blacktail redhorse get?+
Blacktail redhorse (Moxostoma poecilurum) can reach up to 50.999998999999995 cm in length and 4.3143 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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