When it comes to fishing, choosing the right fishing bait can make all the difference between a successful day on the water and a frustrating one. Fishermen are always on the lookout for innovative ways to attract fish. But also the best way to increase their chances of landing “the big one”. In recent years, using turtle lures has gained popularity due to their effectiveness in enticing various species. However, we will also explore other lures and fishing baits that will enhance and optimize your overall fishing experience.
From soft plastics to natural looking lures, there is a great selection out there for you. Any angler worth his weight in salt, would have a great selection of lures and fishing baits in his arsenal. With so many different streams, lakes, oceans and waterways around, the terrain is ever changining. As a result, you need the right fishing bait to match not only the landscape but also the fishing baits in these waters.
The Power of the Turtle Fishing Lure
There are fish, other than Bass, that will attack the Bass Turtle Lures. This lure is a fishing tackle box “must have” for any angler or fisherman/fisherwoman.
Even when not hungry, Turtles are the natural enemy of bass and other fish, because turtles love to eat their eggs. These fish know that they cannot attack adult turtles, so they strike at baby turtles, out of instinct and self-defense.
Did you know: Turtles are a natural enemy of bass and other fresh and saltwater fish because turtles consistently prey on fish eggs! Since fish can’t attack adult turtles, they instinctively strike baby turtles as a self-defense mechanism.
You can see it now, when you are out fishing with a bobber, with your usual bait. Nothing is biting. You start to see them jump a bit, but they are not taking your bait. Ignoring your finely planned lure. Not the worms, not the shiny new lures you are trying… nothing working. Frustrated.
Enough is enough, so you pull out your secret weapon – your Bass Turtle Lure. Now the predator is lurking in their waters. Let the fun begin!
Other Effective Fishing Lures
Did you know that there are a plethora of fishing lures out there to choose from? I could spend all day just trying to sort out exactly which baits to select. But it doesn’t have to be so overwhelming. You just need to do a little bit of homework. Based on the area you are about to fish, you can then determine what baits to select.
Based on the water type, bait already there as well as the water temperature, you can gain a lot about what baits would be best suited for your fishing experience. Who knows, you may be able to catch that elusive “big one”. With the right fishing baits, you can go from from having a bad fishing day to an extravaganza of fishing. Let’s look at some of the various baits you can use in your fishing tacklebox.
Crankbaits
Crankbaits are versatile lures that imitate injured baitfish. They have a diving lip that allows them to reach different depths in the water. These lures work well for a variety of species, including bass, walleye, and trout. Most of these baits have the look of an actual fish. They vary in color and size. The bill at the front of these baits also determine the depth these fishing baits dive. Your ability to control the line in jerking motions simulates the look of an injured fish.
However, these baits don’t always work in clear water. Believe it or not, fish do have great vision. So, these baits work best in murky or cloudy water. But, the best way to find out is to put them in the water. A hungry fish will strike out at anything. So, give it a try and see what you pull up.
Soft Plastics Fishing Baits
Soft plastics come in a variety of baits. The most popular however are the worms. They are a classic and reliable choice. Their lifelike texture and undulating motion make them irresistible to many fish species, especially bass. Rig them Texas-style, Carolina-style, or wacky-style for optimal results. But over the years, other soft plastics have emerged that are equally as affective.
Baits like jigs, grubs, lizards, and even frogs have come along in the soft plastic line. I know personally that grubs work wonders when trying to catch pan fish like the crappie. However, the bigger fish tend to go for the lizard, worms as well as the frogs and turtles. Soft plastics are a great bait to use for those who tend to like the less messy side of fishing.
Spinner Baits and Top Water Lures
Spinnerbaits are flashy lures with a spinning blade attached to a lead head. The vibration and flash they produce mimic a school of baitfish. This can cause a feeding frenzy for predator fish. Having that shining object speed in front of them causing that feeding reaction. As most predator fish wait and attach, having a school of bait flash in front of them causing them to react on instinct and attack. As a result, this type of fishing bait is a favorite choice for predatory species like bass and pike.
On the other side of that coin is the top water lures and baits. Topwater lures create a commotion on the water’s surface, imitating the movements of insects, frogs, or injured baitfish. In this case, making for an easy catch for a predatory fish. Why waste time trying to chase down your food, when it is so much easier to catch something already injured. Well that is how I view it. As I am not a fish, I can’t think like them. Nonetheless, these lures excel in attracting aggressive species such as bass, trout, and muskie. Which in essence is the fish most anglers love to catch.
Choose The Fishing Baits and Lures for Your Situation
In conclusion, choosing the right bait and lure is really about your fishing needs. As stated before, the place you are fishing will determine the right bait for you. If you are a true fisherman and avid angler, you will have as many of these baits in your tacklebox as possible. Why? Because you never know when the water or weather will change. As a result, you fishing baits and lures will need to adjust to this change.
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