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Siberian sturgeon

Acipenser baerii

Family
Acipenseridae
Max Length
200 cm
Max Weight
210 kg
IUCN Status
EN
Water Type
freshwater, mixed
Fishing Spots
4

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Nightcrawlers

    Effective on bottom rigs with some weight.

  • Mealworms

    Good for attracting smaller sturgeon.

  • Leeches

    Lively movement attracts attention.

  • Shrimp

    Use raw shrimp; strong scent attracts fish.

  • Cut Bait (Herring, Sardine)

    Oily and smelly, ideal for sturgeon.

Artificial Lures

  • Kastmaster Spoon 1/2 ozSpoon

    Silver or gold finishes work well.

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  • Worden's Rooster Tail Spinner 1/4 ozSpinner

    White or chartreuse colors are popular.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow Grub 3"Soft Plastic

    Use with a jig head near the bottom.

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  • Northland Fire-Ball Jig 3/8 ozJig

    Tip with bait for added attraction.

    Buy
  • Rapala Shad Rap SR05Crankbait

    Effective when trolled slowly.

    Buy

Techniques

Use a slow, deliberate retrieve to keep your bait near the bottom where sturgeon feed; be patient when waiting for a bite.

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Where to Find Siberian sturgeon

Region Hovedstaden, Denmark1 spotsSachsen, Germany1 spotsCentre-Val de Loire, France1 spotsBaden-Württemberg, Germany1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Siberian sturgeon?+

Popular baits for Siberian sturgeon include Nightcrawlers, Mealworms, Leeches, Shrimp, Cut Bait (Herring, Sardine). Tip: Use a slow, deliberate retrieve to keep your bait near the bottom where sturgeon feed; be patient when waiting for a bite.

Where can I catch Siberian sturgeon?+

Siberian sturgeon can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Region Hovedstaden, Denmark; Sachsen, Germany; Centre-Val de Loire, France. WikiCatch lists 4 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Siberian sturgeon get?+

Siberian sturgeon (Acipenser baerii) can reach up to 200 cm in length and 210 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is EN.

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