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Telescope shiner

Notropis telescopus

Family
Cyprinidae
Max Length
12 cm
Max Weight
0.1 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
2

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Nightcrawlers

    Small pieces on a light wire hook.

  • Waxworms

    Effective under a float.

  • Mealworms

    Easy to keep alive and readily available.

  • Small redworms

    Great for clear water conditions.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Small and flashy, great for streams.

    Buy
  • Blue Fox Vibrax Foxtail Spinner #1Spinner

    Attracts fish with flash and vibration

    Buy
  • Strike King Mr. Crappie ShadpoleSoft Plastic

    Small profile imitates their food source.

    Buy
  • Panther Martin Spinner #2Spinner

    Works well in fast moving water

    Buy

Techniques

Use light line and small hooks as Telescope shiners are easily spooked. Focus on areas with current breaks and cover where they can ambush prey.

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Where to Find Telescope shiner

North Carolina, United States1 spotsWest Virginia, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Telescope shiner?+

Popular baits for Telescope shiner include Nightcrawlers, Waxworms, Mealworms, Small redworms, Mepps Aglia #0. Tip: Use light line and small hooks as Telescope shiners are easily spooked. Focus on areas with current breaks and cover where they can ambush prey.

Where can I catch Telescope shiner?+

Telescope shiner can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include North Carolina, United States; West Virginia, United States. WikiCatch lists 2 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Telescope shiner get?+

Telescope shiner (Notropis telescopus) can reach up to 11.5 cm in length and 0.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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