Medium-heavy and heavy-action rods typically are best for catfishing. These designations mean it takes more weight (a bigger fish) to bend the rod. They’re sensitive… Read More »What Type Of Rod Is Best For Catfishing?
With no visible ears, it might seem that catfish can’t hear well, but that’s not true. A catfish’s body is the same density as water,… Read More »Can Catfish Hear You?
Catfish have excellent eyesight, despite popular misconceptions. Vision aids them in ways you might never imagine. Did you know, for example, catfish fear shadows? Scientists… Read More »How Good Is Catfish Vision?
The finding brings the number of blind catfish species in the U.S. to three, all found only in Texas, according to UT. The two other… Read More »Can Catfish Be Blind?
Catfish are a great blend of specialist and generalist, with exceptional senses of smell and taste, good vision, plus acute senses of feeling and hearing.… Read More »What Senses Do Catfish Have?
Many catfish anglers have used them for decades. On the other hand, most catfish anglers seem to discover hot dogs out of desperation, after running… Read More »Will Catfish Eat Hot Dogs?
Short answer is yes! Catfish often feed very heavily after a rain, especially in the summer months. Rain washes nutrients and food into the water… Read More »Do Catfish Bite After Rain?
As versatile and effective as drift and float rigs often are, many catfishing situations call for live or dead bait still fished on the bottom.… Read More »Should I Fish On The Bottom For Catfish?
Fishing Rod Power In most situations, a medium (M) or medium-heavy (MH) action will be best for channel catfish, and for blue and flathead catfish… Read More »Is A Medium-Heavy Rod Good For Catfish?
Braided superline has its place in catfishing, for sure. Braid has no stretch, so it sets hooks right now when you pull back on the… Read More »Should You Use Braided Line For Catfish?