Bait Chosen
The results in your previous catch is not so encouraging might due to bait that used does not correspond to the favoured species. Usually anglers bring plenty of live baits or home-made baits without knowing type of catfish they going to fish. Before go to certain water, you need to have some idea on kind of species ( flathead, blue or channel commonly) inhabit that water, or the origin of the fishes in order to prepare the baits accordingly.
Time of fishing
The catfishes not feeding the whole day. They have eating pattern where they more active at night. By choosing to fish at night, the fishing results can be improved. It also good to do some homework by gathering information on nature and habits of eating of the catfishes from the books and net.
Catfish prefer clean water with less plants |
Catfish prefer a little clear water condition with low dense water plants. The condition is best if the color of the water is quite green due to the presence of algae and moss. Catfish does not like water with mud and silt which reduces the oxygen content. Too much of mud and silt also cause them inactive in search for food and avoiding the bait. Study the water condition of the spot you choose before go fishing.
Catfish fishing is not a complicated job. With little evaluation and correct catfishing techniques, your fishing results, of course, will skyrocket.