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Lake chub
Couesius plumbeus
Overview
The lake chub is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Leuciscidae, which includes the daces, Eurasian minnows and related species. This fish is found in Canada and in parts of the United States. Of all North American minnows, it is the one with the northernmost distribution. Its genus, Couesius, is considered monotypic today. The genus was named after Elliott Coues, who collected the holotype specimen.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Worms
Nightcrawlers or red wigglers, small pieces on hook.
- Mealworms
Effective, especially when water is cold.
- Grasshoppers
Use when available, drifting in current.
- Aquatic Insects
Nymphs or larvae; locally sourced is best.
Artificial Lures
- Mepps Aglia #0SpinnerBuy
Silver or gold blade is highly effective.
- Blue Fox Vibrax Minnow Spin #1SpinnerBuy
Silver, trout pattern often works.
- Rapala Ultralight Minnow 04CrankbaitBuy
Silver/black or rainbow trout patterns.
- Berkley Gulp! Alive! Micro MinnowSoft PlasticBuy
White or chartreuse, rigged on a small jighead.
- Panther Martin Spinner #2SpinnerBuy
Good in various colors, gold or silver.
Techniques
Fish near the bottom in slow-moving sections of streams and rivers, and use very light line and small hooks to avoid spooking them.
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Where to Find Lake chub
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Lake chub?+
Popular baits for Lake chub include Worms, Mealworms, Grasshoppers, Aquatic Insects, Mepps Aglia #0. Tip: Fish near the bottom in slow-moving sections of streams and rivers, and use very light line and small hooks to avoid spooking them.
Where can I catch Lake chub?+
Lake chub can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Maine, United States; Alberta, Canada; Manitoba, Canada. WikiCatch lists 24 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Lake chub get?+
Lake chub (Couesius plumbeus) can reach up to 23.0000004 cm in length and 0.3184 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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