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Comely shiner

Notropis amoenus

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

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Waxworms

    Hook through the end for best results.

  • Mealworms

    Use a small hook and thread it on.

  • Small redworms

    Cut into smaller pieces if needed.

  • Nightcrawler pieces

    Effective when other baits aren't working.

  • Small Crickets

    Hook under the collar to keep alive longer.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Silver blade works well in clear water.

    Buy
  • Panther Martin Spinner - 1/16 ozSpinner

    Gold blade is great in stained water.

    Buy
  • Strike King Mr. Crappie SlabaliciousSoft Plastic

    Thread on a small jig head.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow - 1 inchSoft Plastic

    Attach to a micro jig.

    Buy
  • #16 or #18 Black AntFly

    Drift naturally under overhanging trees.

    Buy

Techniques

Comely shiners often school, so if you catch one, stay in the area and try different presentations. Downsize your line and hook to increase your chances.

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Where to Find Comely shiner

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Comely shiner?+

Popular baits for Comely shiner include Waxworms, Mealworms, Small redworms, Nightcrawler pieces, Small Crickets. Tip: Comely shiners often school, so if you catch one, stay in the area and try different presentations. Downsize your line and hook to increase your chances.

Where can I catch Comely shiner?+

Comely shiner can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New York, United States. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Comely shiner get?+

Comely shiner (Notropis amoenus) can reach up to 10.9999999 cm in length and 0.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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