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Tips - Bluegill
Bluegill |
Black Crappie |
Redear, Redbreast & Spotted Sunfish
 A
variety of panfish, or bream as they are popularly
known, is available throughout Florida.
Bluegill, the most
common panfish, thrives in lakes and ponds, but good
populations are found in rivers, particularly below
dams. Bluegill eat mostly insects and their larvae, but
worms are the best bait, either fished on the bottom or
suspended below a float. Bluegill spawn throughout the
summer, congregating in large "beds". Anglers may find
30 - 40 shallow nest holes scooped out in shallow areas.
Crickets, grubs, sand maggots or grass shrimp will all
catch bedding bluegill. Use a small hook, #6 or #8, with
a split shot sinker about six inches up the line, and
concentrate on water less than six feet deep. For
artificial baits, a 1/8-oz. "beetle spin" with a white
or chartreuse body on ultra light tackle is an excellent
choice.
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