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Tippecanoe darter

Nothonotus tippecanoe

Family
Percidae
Max Length
4 cm
Max Weight
0.1 kg
IUCN Status
NT
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
1

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Small Earthworms

    Effective on a small hook near the bottom.

  • Waxworms

    Slowly drift them near rocky areas.

  • Midge Larvae

    Good for imitating natural food.

  • Caddisfly Larvae

    Found under rocks in the stream.

  • Hellgrammites

    Larger offering for aggressive fish.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Small profile is key for these fish.

    Buy
  • Panther Martin Spinner - Black Fury #2Spinner

    Works well in clear, shallow water.

    Buy
  • Marabou Jig - 1/32 ozJig

    Slowly bounce along the bottom.

    Buy
  • Berkley Gulp! Alive! Minnow - 1 inchSoft Plastic

    Mimics natural baitfish effectively.

    Buy
  • Strike King Bitsy Pond MinnowCrankbait

    Small crankbait for shallow runs.

    Buy

Techniques

Use light tackle and clear, low-visibility line (4-6 lb test) to avoid spooking these sensitive fish.

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Where to Find Tippecanoe darter

Kentucky, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Tippecanoe darter?+

Popular baits for Tippecanoe darter include Small Earthworms, Waxworms, Midge Larvae, Caddisfly Larvae, Hellgrammites. Tip: Use light tackle and clear, low-visibility line (4-6 lb test) to avoid spooking these sensitive fish.

Where can I catch Tippecanoe darter?+

Tippecanoe darter can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Kentucky, United States. WikiCatch lists 1 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Tippecanoe darter get?+

Tippecanoe darter (Nothonotus tippecanoe) can reach up to 4.3 cm in length and 0.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is NT.

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