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Silver chub

Macrhybopsis storeriana

Family
Cyprinidae
Max Length
23 cm
Max Weight
0.2 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
6

Overview

The silver chub is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Leuciscidae, the shiners, daces and minnows. This species is found in North America.

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Waxworms

    Effective when drift fished or presented under a float.

  • Mealworms

    Hardy and easy to keep, good for beginners.

  • Nightcrawlers

    Small pieces threaded on a small hook work well.

  • Red worms

    A good alternative to nightcrawlers.

  • Maggots

    Can attract fish in murky conditions.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Small size is key for attracting them.

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  • Blue Fox Vibrax Minnow Spin #1Spinner

    Silver and gold colors are often effective.

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  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow 1 inchSoft Plastic

    Threaded on a small jig head imitates small baitfish.

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  • Kastmaster 1/16 ozSpoon

    Small and shiny, great for imitating baitfish.

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  • Strike King Mr. Crappie Jokers 1 inchSoft Plastic

    A versatile bait for jigging or float fishing

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Techniques

Use light tackle and small hooks (size 10-14) when targeting Silver Chubs, and fish near the bottom in areas with moderate current.

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Where to Find Silver chub

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Silver chub?+

Popular baits for Silver chub include Waxworms, Mealworms, Nightcrawlers, Red worms, Maggots. Tip: Use light tackle and small hooks (size 10-14) when targeting Silver Chubs, and fish near the bottom in areas with moderate current.

Where can I catch Silver chub?+

Silver chub can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Alabama, United States; Florida, United States; Manitoba, Canada. WikiCatch lists 6 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Silver chub get?+

Silver chub (Macrhybopsis storeriana) can reach up to 23.0000004 cm in length and 0.2 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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