Best bait and lures for bowfin

Preferred bait

Mudfish, another frequenlty used nickname for these fish & strike topwater and deep-running lures but are most often caught on live bait.

Preferred lures

Bass anglers are often surprised to find a bowfin has taken their lure. Mudfish, another frequenlty used nickname for these fish & strike topwater and deep-running lures but are most often caught on live bait.

Techniques

Bass anglers are often surprised to find a bowfin has taken their lure. Mudfish, another frequenlty used nickname for these fish, strike topwater and deep-running lures but are most often caught on live bait. It is a better fighter, than some highly rated game fish. The flesh is jelly-like, but can be prepared smoked, fried as patties or stewed. Image credit: © duane raver & jr.

Sources

Fish guide

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