There are hundreds of different baits for bass fishing available on the market today. With all sorts of different colors, shapes, and features, it’s not always easy to determine what lure will work best for you. So, what types of bass lures are there? There are many variations of bass lures. Some of the most popular bass lures include: Jig Spinnerbait Crankbait Rubber Worm Buzzbait The various types of bass baits all have upsides and downsides to them, and there are some points you should look out for before you buy one. This article will give you insight into the different bass baits out th ..read more

There are few better ways to spend a  summer day than fishing for bass. Bass are found in bodies of water across the US and are a well loved classic to fish for. But once you’ve finally got a big one on the line, you are faced with another problem: how to safely remove the hook from your fish’s mouth. You may find yourself wondering if a bass has teeth in its mouth, and what would happen if it decided to chomp down on your hand. Whether you catch a smallmouth, largemouth, peacock, or other bass, its important to know that all bass do have teeth! If you look carefully into the mouth of any ..read more

If you’ve ever seen a fish mounted on a plaque, chances are you’ve seen a smallmouth bass. Smallmouth bass is a popular fish for fishermen to catch for a few reasons: they can be eaten, made into trophies, or are just plain fun to catch! So, can you eat smallmouth bass? Smallmouth bass, like all bass, can be made into a healthy and tasty meal. However, many anglers choose not to eat smallmouth bass because they are widely considered as game fish, that is, anglers think it’s wrong to keep the smallmouth bass they catch. Where smallmouth bass are concerned, most sport fishermen elect only to cat ..read more

There are few things more disappointing than spending hours in the sun bass fishing, finally catching a bass, and realizing that you’re likely going to have to throw it back. This could be for a variety of reasons: perhaps the fish is too small to be worth taking home, or maybe you accidentally caught a fish that is currently out of season. However, the good news is that you should never throw back a large, healthy bass, as bass is always in season in many parts of the United States.  So, if you end up catching a rock bass, can you eat it? Rock bass are usually considered edible. Rock bas ..read more

Whether interested in stocking a freshwater pond, lake, or aquarium with largemouth bass, you’re most likely curious as to how quickly these fish will grow and the factors that will affect their size over time. This is not only logical to ask when populating any fishery but is also essential to maintaining a balanced habitat that is ideal for survival. As this king of American sportfish is not an inexpensive species to come by, it is important to be prepared for other fixed costs and the common challenges of raising them as well. So how fast does a largemouth bass grow? After two years, most l ..read more

Catfish come in all shapes and sizes, from several inches long to several hundred pounds or more. Some with teeth, some without whiskers, all with razor-sharp, venom-coated spines. They can be found in inland and coastal waters on every continent on the globe except Antarctica. Their behaviors range from parasitic to predatory. But are they man-eaters? Despite the prolific variations of myths and legends claiming otherwise… So, can a catfish eat a human? No, there is no official record of a catfish eating a human nor any definitive evidence  of a person ever being consumed by one. Don’t l ..read more

Cory catfish are easy to care for and make excellent tank mates with other species of fish for home aquariums. If you are considering getting a Cory catfish, you’ll want to know how long they live and how to take care of them to increase their lifespan. How long do Cory catfish live? Cory catfish usually live to be about 5-7 years old. With proper care, they can live to be 10-15 years old. Some species have even been known to live up to 20 years. There is a lot that you can do to keep your Cory’s healthy so that you can enjoy their energetic personalities for many years. Read on to see how… T ..read more

Like most things in the world, there are several different types of catfish – nearly 3,000 different species to be exact! Naturally, they come in all shapes and sizes. So how big do bullhead catfish get? On average, bullhead catfish grow to be roughly in the one to two pound range. Keep reading to learn about different types of bullhead catfish, how fast bullhead catfish grow, record-setting bullhead catfish caught in the wild, and whether or not they’re good eatin’. Table of Contents Types of Bullhead Catfish Black Bullhead Brown Bullhead Yellow Bullhead How Fast do Bullhead Catfish Gro ..read more

Catfish are larger fish than most and are known as predators. Since they are so large and have such an appetite, they have a scavenger-type lifestyle. As long as it fits in their mouth, they will eat it. They stay along the floor of rivers, ponds, and other bodies of water, looking for food. Catfish eat many things, such as snails, clams, algae, but what about other fish?  Do Catfish eat other fish? Yes, catfish do eat other fish. Catfish are known as opportunistic feeders, which means they will most likely consume whatever can fit inside their mouths. They are known to eat smaller f ..read more

No one can turn down a crispy, moist catfish! Most restaurants do serve freshwater catfish to your liking, but many asked, especially catfish anglers, can you eat a saltwater catfish? This question is asked by so many, especially those who fish to bring home to the table.  So, can you eat saltwater catfish? Yes, they are entirely safe to eat. They taste different from what most people are used to, and they are a pain to clean and prepare for your table. They may have poisonous barbs, but they are not toxic to eat, which most people don’t know, which could be why they are thrown ..read more