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Eastern blacknose dace

Rhinichthys atratulus

Family
Cyprinidae
Max Length
12 cm
Max Weight
0.1 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
103

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small Earthworms

    Use small pieces on a fine wire hook.

  • Mealworms

    Effective and easy to obtain.

  • Waxworms

    Similar to mealworms, a good option.

  • Crickets

    Impale a small cricket on a fine hook.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Small and attractive in clear streams.

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  • Blue Fox Vibrax Minnow Spin #1Spinner

    Flashy blade attracts attention.

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  • Panther Martin Spinner #2Spinner

    Classic spinner for small streams.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! 1" MinnowSoft Plastic

    Scent attracts bites in murky water.

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  • Trout MagnetSoft Plastic

    Small, effective for slow currents.

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Techniques

Use light line and small hooks when targeting Eastern blacknose dace in clear streams, and fish near the bottom where they feed.

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Where to Find Eastern blacknose dace

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Eastern blacknose dace?+

Popular baits for Eastern blacknose dace include Small Earthworms, Mealworms, Waxworms, Crickets, Mepps Aglia #0. Tip: Use light line and small hooks when targeting Eastern blacknose dace in clear streams, and fish near the bottom where they feed.

Where can I catch Eastern blacknose dace?+

Eastern blacknose dace can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Pennsylvania, United States; Virginia, United States; New Hampshire, United States. WikiCatch lists 103 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Eastern blacknose dace get?+

Eastern blacknose dace (Rhinichthys atratulus) can reach up to 12.3999998 cm in length and 0.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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