WikiCatchSilver pike
Esox lucius
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Large Shiners
Use a quick-strike rig to avoid deep hooking.
- Suckers
Available in various sizes, good for colder water.
- Chub
Hardy and active, excellent for lively presentation.
- Lamprey
Very effective but may be restricted in some areas.
Artificial Lures
- Rapala Super Shadow RapJerkbaitBuy
Erratic retrieve mimics injured prey.
- Mepps Aglia LongCast #5SpinnerBuy
Silver blade is effective in clear water.
- Daredevle SpoonSpoonBuy
Classic pike lure with a wobbly action.
- Strike King KVD 1.5 Squarebill CrankbaitCrankbaitBuy
Deflects well off cover in shallow water.
- LIVETARGET Yellow Perch SwimbaitSwimbaitBuy
Realistic profile imitates natural forage.
Techniques
Use a wire leader to prevent pike from biting through your line. Vary your retrieve speed until you find what the fish are keying on.
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Where to Find Silver pike
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Silver pike?+
Popular baits for Silver pike include Large Shiners, Suckers, Chub, Lamprey, Rapala Super Shadow Rap. Tip: Use a wire leader to prevent pike from biting through your line. Vary your retrieve speed until you find what the fish are keying on.
Where can I catch Silver pike?+
Silver pike can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Minnesota, United States; Ontario, Canada; Illinois, United States. WikiCatch lists 15 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Silver pike get?+
Silver pike (Esox lucius) can reach up to 137 cm in length and 25 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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