Coarse Fish Guides - Page 4

Eels can be caught in all types of water, they are bottom feeders and love maggots. Small eels are often called ‘bootlaces’.

Popular Baits

• Luncheon Meat
• Castors
• Maggots

A big Eel will put your tackle to the test so make sure it is strong enough.

Gudgeon are a small shoal fish that live mainly in canals and rivers.

Popular Baits

• Pinkies
• Squatts
• Blodworm

Some shoals of Gudgeon are very large and can provide good sport in the winter.

Perch are a common species and can be found in most rivers, canals and still-waters in this country. They are easily recognised by the stripes and spiny dorsal fin.

Popular Baits

• Maggots
• Worms

Perch can be caught on a variety of baits, large Perch can be caught on spinning tackle.