WikiCatchTwait shad
Alosa fallax
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Maggots
Use small hooks, several maggots per hook.
- Worms
Dendrobaena worms are a good choice.
- Shrimp
Small pieces on a light wire hook.
- Bloodworms
Extremely effective when available.
Artificial Lures
- Mepps Aglia Long #1SpinnerBuy
Silver blade is often productive.
- Blue Fox Vibrax #2SpinnerBuy
Excellent in moving water.
- Savage Gear Sandeel Slug 4.5cmSoft PlasticBuy
On jig head, retrieved quickly.
- Rapala Ultra Light Minnow 04CrankbaitBuy
Mimics small baitfish effectively.
- Daiwa Silver Creek Minnow 50SCrankbaitBuy
Good for casting in rivers.
Techniques
Twait shad often migrate in schools, so when you find one, there are likely more around. Use a rapid retrieve, as they are predatory fish.
Where to Find Twait shad
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for Twait shad?+
Popular baits for Twait shad include Maggots, Worms, Shrimp, Bloodworms, Mepps Aglia Long #1. Tip: Twait shad often migrate in schools, so when you find one, there are likely more around. Use a rapid retrieve, as they are predatory fish.
Where can I catch Twait shad?+
Twait shad can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Ticino, Switzerland. WikiCatch lists 3 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do Twait shad get?+
Twait shad (Alosa fallax) can reach up to 60.0000024 cm in length and 1.5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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