Silver redhorse
Moxostoma anisurum
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Nightcrawlers
Use a small piece on a #6 hook.
- Redworms
Effective in clear, slow-moving water.
- Crayfish
Small, soft-shell crayfish work best.
- Aquatic Insects
Mayflies or stoneflies; match the hatch.
Artificial Lures
- Mepps Aglia #2SpinnerBuy
Silver or gold blade is effective.
- Blue Fox Vibrax Foxtail SpinnerSpinnerBuy
Smaller sizes in chartreuse or white
- Rapala Ultra Light Minnow 04CrankbaitBuy
Natural minnow patterns are productive.
- Strike King Bitsy Bug Jig 1/8 ozJigBuy
Brown or green colors imitate crawfish.
- Panther Martin SpinnerSpinnerBuy
Gold or Silver Color
Techniques
Fish near the bottom in areas with moderate current and rocky structure; use enough weight to keep your bait or lure near the bottom.
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Where to Find Silver redhorse
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Silver redhorse?+
Popular baits for Silver redhorse include Nightcrawlers, Redworms, Crayfish, Aquatic Insects, Mepps Aglia #2. Tip: Fish near the bottom in areas with moderate current and rocky structure; use enough weight to keep your bait or lure near the bottom.
Where can I catch Silver redhorse?+
Silver redhorse can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Wisconsin, United States; Québec, Canada; Alberta, Canada. WikiCatch lists 131 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Silver redhorse get?+
Silver redhorse (Moxostoma anisurum) can reach up to 74.000001 cm in length and 10.8 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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