Scientists suspect that at dusk prey fish enter the open water, giving pike a higher chance of hunting success. What’s the best time to fish for pike? Most pike were caught during the new and full moon phases and at dusk (morning and evening). You can downsize your fly offerings in early spring to mimic the smaller profile of young-of-year baitfish. Optimal metabolism temperature is around 66 degrees, and they’ll feed aggressively as the waters reach this temperature. What temperature is best for pike fishing? Once December hits, and the first frosts bite, target water of at least six to 15 feet. These places also provide camouflage, enabling pike to ambush prey fish.

In November, when there’s still plenty weed growth, pike congregate in weedy areas, that are three to six feet deep, as the water is warmer. Best pike lure colors: Red/Black or White (sunny days), Chartreuse/Blue (cloudy days). The ability of slower retrieve along with a softer underwater tone gives you the injured fish action northern pike prey upon. He was captured and released in May 2004 in Lake Apisko in Canada.

What is the size of the biggest pike in the world? The largest pike ever measured and confirmed is 152 cm long, 60 cm belly for 28 kg. However, since in spring the weather isn’t as harsh yet and water temperatures allow pike to hunt for longer – you can successfully catch pike throughout the day. As another rule of thumb, the best times for pike are usually around sunrise and sunset.

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