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Does artificial bait work well on catfish?

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The scented bait specifically advertised as catfish bait works well. Other artificial baits like swim baits or crank baits won't work as well because catfish are bottom feeders and don't hunt like bass do.

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What type of fishing hook is best, and how big should it be?

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A circle hook is best, usually around a 3/0 or 4/0. If you plan on taking them home, a treble hook works too, but you will have to set the hook with those.

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How can I tell if I have catfish in my pond?

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Usually, you will see them swirl on the top.

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When is the best time for catching catfish?

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They will take bait at any time of day, but the best time to go is in the summer during the night, early morning, late dusk, or during any time of day when the sun is covered by clouds.

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Can I use chicken as bait when catching pond catfish?

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Chicken liver works very well for catching catfish. As a rule of thumb, the smellier the bait, the better.

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Why would the fish die after I caught and released it?

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It may be because you handled it incorrectly, kept it out of the water too long, hooked it in its guts, etc. Catfish tend to be extremely hardy fish, and quite difficult to kill, so if a catfish dies after you release it, you're definitely doing something wrong.

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What is the best weather to catch catfish?

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The best weather is cloudy and not too humid. If it is humid, they may not be as hungry and you will get tired of it really fast. They don't like when it's raining.

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Can I catch a catfish in the middle of the day?

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Yes, just find an area where flowing water meets still water and has cover like rocks or driftwood.

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What time of day can catfish be harvested?

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The best time of day to catch catfish is early morning or late evening. You could also try at night or on a cloudy day.

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