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The perch is quite an agile predator. Powerfully attacks prey. Perhaps that is why it has become a favorite for most anglers. You can catch a striped fish not only with a rod, but also with a spinning rod. In this article, we will analyze the main features of how to prepare tackle, and also consider fishing for spinning in the summer.
Fishing spots
You should know that perch is predominantly a schooling fish. Small individuals keep in large shoals, and large ones up to 5 individuals. A trifle can mainly be found on vast shallows with dense vegetation.
You can also identify a flock of predators during a hunt. Sometimes whole “boiling boilers” form on the surface of the reservoir. Thus, the fish are trying to escape from the striped robbers. In the upper layers, only small okushki can hunt. Croakers live in the depths.
Most often you can meet perch in a pond with a hard sandy bottom. Large flocks of a predator are mainly found in such places. In addition, the striped is attracted to places where there are flooded shrubs, trees and other natural shelters. Here he ambushes his prey.
For the same purpose, the striped one uses bridges, moorings and other hydraulic structures. In such areas, it can live for years. True, it is difficult to catch him, but if you find a promising point, then the catch will be more than rich. But you should not count on trophy fish in such places. Croakers stay away from the coastline and at depths exceeding 2-3 meters.
Weather and time
Perch activity increases in cloudy weather with light rain. Also, the bite increases before heavy rain and in the first hours after. A sharp change in atmospheric pressure negatively affects the bite. At some point, it may disappear altogether. With a gradual decrease in pressure, bites become more active.
The wind also has an effect on the process of fishing. It is believed that the south and west wind favors fishing. The opposite, on the contrary, reduce the quality of the bite. You should also pay attention to its strength. Moderate wind, giving out small ripples, is the best time to hunt striped. With a frequent change of direction during the day, the perch may even refuse to feed.
A favorable temperature regime is a threshold of 10 to 20 degrees. In other cases, the predator becomes passive and lethargic
It becomes almost impossible to catch him. As for the time, perch is best caught in the daytime. This is explained by the fact that fish rely more on the organs of vision. In conditions of limited visibility, he simply may not notice the bait.
Features of fishing
Perch, like any other fish, has its own characteristics of behavior that affect the biting depending on the time of year. This will influence what kind of bait, line, tactics to use to make fishing successful.
Lettom
In summer perch are caught quite well. Especially in stable weather. Flocks of small individuals try to stay closer to the coastline. There are more shelters in the form of reeds and other aquatic vegetation. It is much more difficult to catch a large predator. It mostly lives on the bottom. It is believed that to catch him it is better to use a boat.
In the spring
Spring is the time of the year when all living creatures begin to wake up after long cold weather. Perch at this time of the year bite well in the early morning hours. You can detect a predator in almost any lane. The ideal conditions for catching striped are warm weather after a good rain. The bite increases significantly. A drop in temperature causes the fish to sink to the bottom and reduce their activity.
In the autumn
During the off-season, it is better to use bottom nozzles, such as jig, drop-shot. Autumn fishing is complicated by frequent weather changes. This critically affects the activity of the fish. The first half of autumn is considered the most productive. Striped before the upcoming wintering, he tries to work up fat as much as possible.
In mid-autumn, fishing shifts more towards the bottom. The malek, which the predator feeds on, goes into the middle layers of the reservoir, and the perch moves behind it.
Which spinning to choose
The rod should be chosen according to several parameters:
- Test. With its help, the allowable weight of the bait used with a particular spinning rod is determined.;
- Build. The position or bend that a rod assumes when loaded. This quality affects the sensitivity and casting distance;
- Материал.
In addition, spinning rods are divided by weight: light, medium and heavy.
Tooling
Choosing the right perch rig is important, but sometimes difficult to make. Due to the large selection. Sometimes the predator is quite picky, which complicates the process.
Coil
By the way, almost any coil will do. Of course, you should not completely cheapen and buy a poor-quality Chinese babin. The recommended spool size is 1000-2000.
Fishing line
The perch is not a shy predator and therefore you can use a braid with a diameter of 0,07-0,12 mm. Thickness depends on fishing conditions and intended production. In some cases, it is worth using a leash. For example, if there is a pike in the pond.
Tackle and bait
The main lures for spinning fishing are spinners and wobblers. Poppers, jig nozzles, spinnerbaits, pilkers and others can also be used.
Wobblers
These nozzles are mainly used in the summer. Some fishermen use wobblers in other seasons as well. The recommended bait size is 50-70 mm. Models such as Salmo Hornet, Masu Masters Shad, Yo-Zuri Hardcore have proven themselves well.
Turntables
The spinner attracts the predator with its active game, which is provided by the shape of the petal. The bait is divided into two categories: front loaded and back loaded. In the first case, the load is located in front of the petal. This allows the use of stepped wiring at great depths. In the second case, the load is located at the rear of the nozzle. They are the most popular. Especially for beginner fishermen.
Spoon
Spinners work best on perch. This option is the best solution for beginners, since complex wiring is not required. In a word, almost everyone can shine. It is enough just to guide the nozzle evenly. For the better, spinners from the French company Mepps stand out.
Silicone bait
“Soft” baits are attractive because they perfectly imitate a real fish. This applies not only to appearance, but also to behavior. Experienced fishermen recommend using a small size silicone. This applies even when hunting for a large predator. The average recommended size is 1,6-2,5 inches. The only disadvantage of this nozzle is its fragility and rapid wear.
Castmaster
Castmaster is a spinner invented by American fishermen in the last century. The invention quickly gained great popularity due to its effectiveness. The uniqueness of the nozzle is that it is able to work stably at any speed of wiring. With it, you can catch any horizons, with different speeds and animations.
Cicada
This nozzle is externally made in the form of an insect that feeds on the striped. The spinner gives out characteristic strong vibrations during wiring, which lure even a passive predator. When fishing for a cicada, uniform wiring is most often used. In some cases, it is advisable to use a step.
Spinnerbait
Spinnerbait is the same spinner spinner, but with one significant difference. The weight with the hook and the petals are in different directions. This allows the bait not to cling to the algae. Currently the best option for fishing at great depths. In addition, the nozzle attracts the striped animal with its noise and vibration. But this accessory also has disadvantages.
First of all, it is the ability to use it. It will be difficult for beginners to cope with an incomprehensible invention. Secondly, the spinnerbait has a large windage, which complicates long-range casting.
jig lures
Jig lures, on the other hand, are well suited for beginner anglers. In addition, the nozzle is sold at affordable prices. Jig fishing is considered quite effective and interesting. This is a kind of separate direction, characterized by a peculiar wiring technique.
The recommended size of the bait is up to 7 cm. The weight must be selected depending on the depth of the reservoir. In the water area up to 3 meters, the optimal weight of the bait is 10 gr. There are no specific color preferences. It is advisable to have different colors with you. Starting from natural colors and ending with acid ones.
Technique of fishing
Under the technique of catching fish is understood the wiring, which is set by the fisherman. It depends on weather conditions, time of year, and even how fishing is carried out, for example, from a boat or from the shore.
From the shore
Let’s start with the fact that fishing near the coast can be carried out at great depths and in shallow water. In this case, the technique will also be different.
At a depth:
- Uniform. The bait is carried out smoothly and without jerks. Applied to active fish;
- Wavy. The alternation of fast and slow wiring should create a vibration effect. Suitable for hunting a passive predator. In cool autumn, this technique will be the best;
- Stepped. The bait sinks to the bottom and after a couple of seconds we make several turns with the coil, so that the nozzle seems to bounce and move like steps.
In shallow water:
- Monotonous. The line should lie completely in the water, and the rod should be close to the surface of the water. With jerky movements to the sides, we attract the attention of a predator. We make jerks with a rod with an amplitude of 40 cm;
- Rhythmic. We perform a series of rhythmic jerks and stop for a couple of seconds. Then we repeat the process;
- Chaotic. The technique is similar to the previous wiring, but the amplitude and pause time increase each time.
From the boat
The boat allows you to catch hard-to-reach areas. For greater efficiency, it is better to use an echo sounder. When a perch is found, it is first of all recommended to use jig baits.
For reconnaissance purposes, at shallow depths, a fan fishing is carried out around the watercraft with an offset towards bites.
How to catch in the heat
It is known that the heat negatively affects the biting of fish, and not only perch. But still there is one interesting spinning method of fishing. A pear-shaped load (10-15 g) is attached to the end of the tackle. A little higher, 2-3 leashes are attached 15 cm long and at a distance of 30 cm from each other.
We put earthworms or creeps on hooks. We carry out a transverse cast and wait for the touch of the ground. We perform several revolutions with the coil and maintain a pause for a couple of seconds. Then we repeat the process again.
Secrets of rearing a large perch
A large predator pecks rarely, but surely. It is not recommended to make a powerful cut, since the striped oral cavity is rather weak. It is not easy to fish out a croaker from the depths. He will issue a series of jerks to stay in his element. You don’t have to force things. Try to tire the big fish, but you have to be careful if there are a lot of snags and vegetation.