Best bait and lures for blue catfish

Preferred bait

Most are caught bottom fishing with cut fish & or stink baits rigged on large hooks with heavy lead sinkers.

Techniques

One of the strongest freshwater fish, blues are caught on bush hooks or trotlines as well as rod and reel. Most are caught bottom fishing with cut fish, or stink baits rigged on large hooks with heavy lead sinkers. Image credit: © duane raver & jr.

Sources

Fish guide

Information comes from the supplied source datasets. Check linked FWC regulations for current rules.