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Ninespine stickleback

Ninespine stickleback

Pungitius pungitius

Family
Gasterosteidae
Max Length
9 cm
Max Weight
0.3 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
saltwater, freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
12

Overview

The ninespine stickleback, also called the ten-spined stickleback, is a freshwater species of fish in the family Gasterosteidae that inhabits temperate waters. It is widely but locally distributed throughout Eurasia and North America. Despite its name, the number of spines can vary from 8 to 12.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Bloodworms

    Highly effective, attract with scent.

  • Small Earthworms

    Readily available, good all-around bait.

  • Midge Larvae

    Natural food source, use small hooks.

  • Daphnia

    Small and tempting for small mouths.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Small size is crucial.

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  • Blue Fox Vibrax Minnow Spin #1Spinner

    Attractive vibration and flash.

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  • Worden's Rooster Tail 1/32 ozSpinner

    Small, lightweight, and colorful.

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  • Maruto D-04 Jig Head size 12Jig

    Use with tiny soft plastics.

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  • Bead Head Nymph size 16Fly

    Effective when fish are feeding subsurface.

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Techniques

Use light line (2-4 lb test) and small hooks, and be patient as Ninespine sticklebacks have small mouths.

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Where to Find Ninespine stickleback

New Brunswick / Nouveau-Brunswick, Canada3 spotsAlba / Scotland, United Kingdom2 spotsColorado, United States1 spotsWisconsin, United States1 spotsMaine, United States1 spotsMassachusetts, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Ninespine stickleback?+

Popular baits for Ninespine stickleback include Bloodworms, Small Earthworms, Midge Larvae, Daphnia, Mepps Aglia #0. Tip: Use light line (2-4 lb test) and small hooks, and be patient as Ninespine sticklebacks have small mouths.

Where can I catch Ninespine stickleback?+

Ninespine stickleback can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include New Brunswick / Nouveau-Brunswick, Canada; Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom; Colorado, United States. WikiCatch lists 12 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Ninespine stickleback get?+

Ninespine stickleback (Pungitius pungitius) can reach up to 9.00000036 cm in length and 0.25 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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