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"In addition to the perch, the phoenix bow shoes" reads the delicacy and preciousness of the perch, which is also known as perch eel and flower perch.
Sea bass is a very common delicacy in the coastal areas of the mainland, and it is also one of the top ten famous fish in the mainland.
However, as a delicious tribute, the traces of sea bass hidden in the river are extremely secretive, so that many anglers cannot find the traces of sea bass, resulting in a dismal harvest.
So, how do you fish for bass by the river?
And what are some tips for catching sea bass?
Understanding the habits of sea bass.
The shape of the sea bass is not much different from other fish, it has a flattened side body and is grayish-brown, with a greenish-blue sheen on the back and a silvery-white color on the sides.
This allows the bass to camouflag in the water, hiding from predators or prey.
In addition, the sea bass has a wide mouth and sharp teeth in the throat, which helps it to hunt its prey.
The body shape of the sea bass is usually slender, the body length can reach 30 cm or even longer, the weight is generally about 500 grams, and the largest can reach several catties, and its body shape is related to environmental conditions, food resources, etc.
Sea bass inhabit brackish water areas and live mainly in coastal estuaries along China's coast, especially in the Yellow, East and South China Seas.
In addition, sea bass is also very adaptable, and in addition, it also inhabits rivers in China's Yangtze River estuary, Pearl River estuary and other places.
In the mainland, there are two main types of sea bass, one is commonly known as flower sea bass, and the other is freshwater sea bass.
Flower bass mainly live in seawater environments, while freshwater bass inhabit freshwater environments, and there are obvious differences in appearance characteristics between the two.
Moreover, perch matures early, usually producing offspring at the age of two or three, while freshwater perch generally takes four or five years to reach maturity.
Sea bass is a ferocious carnivorous fish that feeds mainly on shrimp, crabs, small fish, etc.
When hunting, the bass will use its keen sense of smell and vision to swim quickly close to its prey, and then use its sharp teeth to bite the prey firmly and devour the prey at a rapid pace.
Due to their strong body structure and muscles, bass are able to catch prey that is larger than their own size.
For example, perch can prey on small fish such as sardines and barracudas, as well as small eels and hairtail fish with medium size.
In summary, sea bass is a fish with a strong desire and ability to hunt, and has high ecological adaptability and predation ability.
Bass fishing seasons and techniques.
There are two main types of sea bass, brackish water and freshwater, of which brackish water sea bass is usually most active in the summer between May and October, when the water temperature is suitable for the reproduction and growth of sea bass.
Freshwater sea bass, on the other hand, breed and lay eggs in spring and summer, and in autumn and winter, as the water temperature gradually decreases, they eat less and enter a state of hibernation.
Although freshwater bass still feed during the winter, they usually begin to gradually stop feeding and become dormant when the water temperature reaches 10°C.
For this reason, bass fishing in autumn and winter is usually done in the evening or at night, when bass is most active.
Float Fishing: Float fishing is a common fishing method that is suitable for a variety of water environments, especially in places such as rivers, lakes, and coasts.
Its basic principle is to observe the bite of the fish by floating, and to pierce the hook into the mouth of the fish by pulling the rod, so as to achieve the purpose of fishing.
The method is simple and easy to learn, making it ideal for novice anglers.
When fishing with float fishing, you need to choose the right tackle and bait, and master some skills.
First of all, it is very important to choose the right fishing rod, line and hook, the length of the fishing rod should be chosen according to the fishing environment and personal habits, usually between 2.1 meters and 4.5 meters.
The strength of the line is chosen according to the size of the target species, and generally speaking, a line strength of 6 to 20 pounds is sufficient.
Secondly, it is also important to choose the appropriate bait, sea bass are often attracted by live bait, such as small shrimp, small fish, and you can choose live bait such as loaches, crabs, and bugs.
And when choosing a bait, also consider the weather, season, and water conditions.
For example, in the summer, you can choose bloodworms, mealworms, etc., and in the autumn and winter, you can choose bait such as elm money and rice.
Trolling Method: The trolling method is a fishing method used on boats and is suitable for large water environments such as sea and lakes.
Its basic principle is to achieve the purpose of fishing by dragging the bait in the water to attract the attention of the fish by simulating the swimming movement of the prey.
This method requires a lot of patience and skill on the part of the angler, but it is very effective.
When fishing with the trolling method, you first need to choose the appropriate trolling equipment, including trolling rods, trolling lines, and trolling bait.
Trolling rods are generally longer, usually between 2.1 and 8 meters.
Trolling lines, on the other hand, suspend bait in the water to simulate the movement of prey, and are usually connected by busbars and strands.
Hook Fishing Method: Hook fishing is a fishing method used for sea fishing and is suitable for places such as coasts, reefs, and sandy beaches.
Its basic principle is to increase the success rate of fishing by hooking multiple lines at the same time.
This method is commonly used for sea fishing competitions and recreational purposes.
When fishing with a sea rod and hook, you need to choose the appropriate rod and line, and prepare multiple hooks and bait.
The rods are usually longer, usually between 2.4 and 4.5 meters, and the line strength is similar to that of float fishing.
In terms of bait, you can choose live bait such as small fish, shrimp, crab, etc., or you can choose to use synthetic bait.
Precautions.
First of all, changes in the tide can affect the movement and feeding of sea bass.
At high tide, bass swim to higher water levels to feed, resulting in a relatively wide range of movement in the water.
At low tide, the bass return to the deep water, so fishing is better when the tide is high.
Secondly, perch usually hunt more frequently in spring and autumn, when they have the most appetite and eat relatively large, so fishing is best during these seasons.
Finally, perch prefer to be active in clear water, so their sense of sight and smell will be sharper, so fishing in clear water is better.
epilogue
In summary, it is necessary to pay attention to the changes in the tide, the predatory habits of the bass, and the water quality conditions of the sea bass when fishing for sea bass near the river.
At the same time, it is also necessary to choose the appropriate tackle, bait, and technique to increase the success rate of fishing.
Through reasonable fishing methods, you can better enjoy the fun of fishing and the joy of harvest.