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Can you bait with fish chunks?

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You would be better off using the 'fresh' fish heads and guts instead of just fish meat chunks. The crawfish (crawdads in Texas) go after the oils given off by the bait. Crawfish don't like catfish bait as much as pan fish (sun perch, bluegills, carp, or other similar fish) cleaning scraps. My catch numbers almost tripled when I quit using catfish scraps and started using perch scraps.

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Can crawfish traps be set overnight?

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I don't see why not. I always leave mine out overnight, but it depends on what trap you have, how much bait you put in, and how big it is.

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Can I use any type of fish bait to catch crawfish?

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It really depends on where you live, but most crayfish will eat any kind of dead fish.

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I don't have any bottles. Can I use a tight wire mesh?

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A heavy-duty mesh might work; anything less, and the crawfish will likely pinch through.

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Do I have to use the zip ties?

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No, as long as it is secure, it shouldn't affect the trap in any way. Fishing line, floss, string, whatever you can use to make sure it doesn't come undone is fine.

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Can I use ham or turkey as bait for crawfish?

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Yes, but raw bacon may work even better as an alternative.

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Are these videos made by you, or did you get them from the Bigelow Brook Farm website?

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According to the citations at the bottom of the article, the videos come from the Bigelow Brook Farm's website.

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Can I burn holes in my trap instead of using a drill or a knife?

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No! When you burn plastic, it releases a toxic fume that can harm you! Never burn plastic bottles.

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Can this trap be used in any type of water?

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It can be used in any ponds, lake, creeks, etc., but not saltwater or bays (as the ocean currents can pull it away).

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How do I make a crawfish trap without spreading bacteria into the pond?

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Wash the trap thoroughly, ensuring any dirt or liquid is cleaned out. For bait, use something clean such as fish food or fresh meat.

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How do I know the right spot to put my crawfish trap?

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Put the trap near rocky areas, which is where crawfish often hide.

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What do crawfish eat?

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Crawfish are scavengers, they mostly eat dead fish.

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Can I make a crawfish trap if there's mounds in my yard?

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When the mound is covered, the fish is in the hole. Dig him up or stick a straw down the hole for him to grab. These are not pond dwellers.

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Can I use a minnow trap for crawfish?

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Yes, you just have to make sit is in a good location with the right bait. I have found that if it is close to the bottom, with a significant structure around it, it will work.

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Can I use a regular water bottle to make a crawfish trap?

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Possibly but if it is too small, they may not be able to get into the trap. You just have to make sure the hole is big enough for a crayfish to enter your trap.

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