Channel cats are the most studied species of catfish, but compared to other game fish studies the amount of data available is minimal. Most of the data that is available about channel catfish's seasonal movement is based on just a few rivers, lakes and reservoirs that have been watched closely.

One factor that remains constant when you are talking about seasonal movements of catfish is the fact that the length of daylight effects all species of catfish. Some species such as the channel cat are effected more then other species such as the blue catfish and flat head catfish. Actually the length of day effects small organisms and all animals up the food chain to include game fish. The intensity and length of light effects drives the yearly migration and spawning and feeding patterns of channel catfish, blue catfish, and flat he ...

Halibut fishing in Alaska is one great adventure that you can have on your vacation. These big fish are a challenging catch for even the most experienced fisherman. And Alaska provides one of the richest grounds for finding the big ones. Grounds can be found from the Aleutian Islands down to Ketchikan.

Halibut fishing in Alaska starts with finding a good way to get out to the grounds. There are many fishing packages that you can choose from. Some specialize in taking you out to the best halibut ground. During the summer, halibut love to come up from the depths. They migrate from the deeper winter quarters to the shallow coastal shelf to take advantage of the feeding opportunities. These monster fish love to hide in depressions or right where the continental shelf drops off. A good charter package captain will know where to find t ...

Catfish are a particularly interesting species of fish, both in appearance and characteristics. With their smooth skin and long barbels, they look like monsters out of science fiction. They are called more commonly called Catfish, though in Africa they are known by the name Barbel.

The largest of all catfish is of the European species (Silurus glamis) which may grow up to 15' (4.5m) in length and weigh in at 660lbs (300kg). Unfortunately, there does not seem to be a picture showing the fish at this size. There are many on Google Images, but the larger of these record the weights at around 250lbs - a long way off from 660lbs. Nevertheless, the images do show a true likeness and one has to use one's imagination to get up to the 660lb mark. Photographs show up to three people sitting down holding the fish. Following this t ...

After this summer fishing trips I'm glad to say I was wrong, I stumbled on a new method of catching fish using Pellet Floats.

There are a number of things to consider when fishing with pellet floats, but most of them are pretty simple. Firstly when setting up your float you want all you shot at the base of the float, and because you will be using this method to pick fish off the top of the service you will only need around 1-2 feet of line to your hook. You can then either attach your pellet by use of pellet bands or use a hair rig.

The reason this method work is because when the float hits the water it imitates the sound of pellets/food hitting the surface and the fish, especially in commercial venues flurry to it.

The Key to this Method is feeding. You will need to catapult pellets out before casting your float ...

As a little boy, your father probably took you on a few fishing trips. He might have taught you the basics of fishing such as setting the bait and knowing when to reel in the line. All this is certainly a huge adventure to a young boy but now that you are grown up, it is time to take your fishing experience to a whole new level.

If you have become bored with fishing at the usual lakes and rivers that you've always gone to with your friends, it would be a good idea to start learning about deep sea fishing. Of course, it is not advisable to venture out onto the sea on your own without any knowledge or experience. For your first few trips, it would be a good idea to go on chartered fishing trips along with many other beginners like yourself. You can easily find these chartered fishing trips in practically any area of the countr ...

One of the best ways of catching a fish is by using an artificial lure. Some lures on the market today claim to be so good at catching the big one, it is illegal to use in some fishing tournaments. The type of lure that is growing in popularity is the wooden freshwater fishing lure.

These fishing lures can be found in just about any department store and can be found on web sites dedicated to fishing and sporting equipment. The prices vary, depending on the brand and size of the lure. There is a less expensive alternative to purchasing a store bought lure. With just a few supplies, a wooden fishing lure can be made in a matter of minutes. The following is one of the easiest ways to create a wooden lure.

1. Cut an aluminum can and flatten it into a thin sheet of material. Be careful when cutting and shaping sheet metal, it ca ...

I've spent the last two plus decades fishing for trout using traditional methods of spin fishing. I have never engaged in the act of fly fishing, therefore this fishing lesson does not include any fly fishing tips. Fly fishing tips will be left to someone more experienced in that form of fishing. This fishing lesson, trout fishing 101 if you will, will include tips for traditional spin fishing methods.

In this article I will provide a few tips for choosing the correct trout bait. There are different types of trout and different trout fishing conditions, all of which factor in to choosing the correct bait for a given fishing situation.

Let's begin by discussing the two different types of trout; native trout and planted trout. Native trout are fish that have been born naturally in a body of water or were planted in ...

Winter pike fishing can be an interesting angling experience because the lake environment during this time of year is very quiet and stable. Also, the locations of Northerns within a lake can differ from their normal locales during the more active summer months.

A lot of times in the summer and fall, pike will lurk in shallow, weedy areas. However, once the winter season starts, they will descend toward the lake bottoms. This is especially important for females, whose eggs will best thrive in cold water temperatures. Concentrate on fishing deep areas in lakes. If you know of any sharp drop-offs in your lake of choice, this can be a good spot as well. Eventually, ice will cover most if not all of a lake that contains Northerns. After this happens, the ecosystem of the lake will become even more stable and the fish will be able to ...

Salt water fishing is a topic as big as the sea. It can run the gamut from angling for smaller inshore species like speckled trout, flounder and redfish, to an offshore adventure in search of pelagic giants like bluefin tuna and blue marlin. Since the inshore species are more accessible to anglers, here are a few tips to help in the search for a good catch. And just to narrow down the field even more, the tips given here will be geared more toward the beginning surf fisherman. However, these salt water fishing tips will put any beginner on the path to becoming a pro.

First, in order to catch a fish the bait has to be placed where the fish lives and feeds. This may be as simple as tossing a baited hook into the surf, which will often produce great results. But not all fishing spots are created equally. Any given stretch of beach w ...

It seems way too many people forget about ice fishing safety at the start of the season.? By the time they remember all the rules it is usually too late and bad things have already happened.

Winter time fishing brings out a whole new set of rules as compared to the summer.? Many more people lose their lives every year in the winter fishing months as compared to summer fishing.

It just seems people no longer have any clue as to what common sense is.? All you need to do is a little pre planning and you will have a great day on the lake as compared to a day you never want to remember.

Some of the things you want to make sure you take care of is having proper clothing and lots of food that is warm and full of energy.

When it comes to ice fishing safety it is very important to know your surroundings and understand ho ...