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Bluehead chub

Nocomis leptocephalus

Family
Cyprinidae
Max Length
26 cm
Max Weight
1 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
43

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Nightcrawlers

    Use small pieces; they have small mouths.

  • Mealworms

    Effective drifted in current.

  • Crickets

    Hook through the thorax.

  • Grasshoppers

    Good summer bait.

  • Small Minnows

    Use a small hook and light line.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Silver or gold are good choices.

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  • Panther Martin SpinnerSpinner

    Small sizes work best.

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  • Rapala Ultralight MinnowCrankbait

    Use a slow, steady retrieve.

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  • Crappie MagnetSoft Plastic

    White or chartreuse colors are productive.

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  • Woolly BuggerFly

    Black or olive color in smaller sizes.

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Techniques

Use light tackle and small hooks, as Bluehead chubs have small mouths; fishing near rocky areas or current breaks increases your chances.

Where to Find Bluehead chub

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Bluehead chub?+

Popular baits for Bluehead chub include Nightcrawlers, Mealworms, Crickets, Grasshoppers, Small Minnows. Tip: Use light tackle and small hooks, as Bluehead chubs have small mouths; fishing near rocky areas or current breaks increases your chances.

Where can I catch Bluehead chub?+

Bluehead chub can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include North Carolina, United States; Virginia, United States; South Carolina, United States. WikiCatch lists 43 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Bluehead chub get?+

Bluehead chub (Nocomis leptocephalus) can reach up to 25.999999000000003 cm in length and 1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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