For anyone who likes to fish for bluegill, keeping them from swallowing your hook can be a real problem. In this quick guide, I’m going to go over a few tips and recommendations to prevent …
Members of the sunfish family are often confused with one another due to their similar size and appearance. In this article, I’m going to cover two very popular species, and how to tell them apart. …
If you’ve fished long enough in the freshwater lakes and ponds of the United States, you’ve likely heard the term ‘Coppernose Bluegill‘. Tales from the old-timers claiming buckets full of “1 pound copper nose“. But, …
Bluegill are one of the most widespread and abundant species of sunfish found in North America. They are a very popular gamefish species for anglers and they are also popular with aquarium enthusiasts and pond …
The proper way to hold a Bluegill is to first be sure your hands are wet. Next, slide your hand down the fish starting at the mouth and move toward the belly. Keep your fingers …
When it comes to catching Bluegill on artificial lures, there is no shortage of options. In fact, Bluegill fishing is so popular that tackle manufacturers have created hundreds and thousands of options over the decades. …
About Bluegill Bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus) is a freshwater fish species that is a member of the sunfish family. They are the most common and widely distributed of all the sunfish species. Bluegill are often referred to …
If you want to take your bluegill fishing to the next level, you need to understand the bluegill spawn. This article is a deep dive into the temperature, habitat and biology of the mighty bluegill. …
Many people think of catfish as lazy bottom feeders, but that is just not the case. In fact, catfish are a top predator and one of the most successful and widespread fish in the world. …
Bluegill vs Sunfish: Are they the same? Sunfish are a family of freshwater fish (Centrarchidae) native to North America. This family of fish is comprised of 34 different species living today. One of the most …
