How to Fish for Bullhead Catfish - Tips and Techniques

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Hello again, this week we had a request from greatlakesfisher1, a subscriber of ours, to do a bullhead catfishing video. So we did just that. Thanks for the great video suggestion, greatlakesfisher1!
Ivo takes you shore fishing as he baits up with live worms to fish for bullhead catfish in the spring along a creek. He shares many tips and techniques on how to bait your hook, how to leave a scent trail, and more. All which help in landing catfish after catfish!
I hope you enjoy this bullhead catfishing video, and as always good fishin'!
PS: let us know how you fish for bullheads by posting a comment or video response. We'd love to hear it!
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@wiredhatred 13 лет назад

What I absolutely love about bullhead fishing is once they are located, you can pretty much catch the whole school. Those schools are usually plentiful so this is a fantastic way to get kids into fishing. Ive spent many days enjoying some light action gear bullhead fishing and had a blast. Looking forward to catching some to eat next time I go fishing! Great video by the way!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@ps3265 This rig was a simple "hook, line and sinker" rig. You can use snelled hooks or you can use a T-Turn (3-way swivel) to your hook (which would actaully be better as it will avoid line twist. Glad you enjoyed the video and good luck on the water.

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Hi Marv - not sure what is going wrong, but once you see the bobber go down, you can pull back and set the hook - if you bobber goes down and stays down, pull right away

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Glad you liked the video......catfish are really fun to catch! Good fishing to you!

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Glad you are enjoying the videos and you are correct, the bullheads are generally smaller in size, under 2 lbs :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

So glad you are enjoying the videos and it;s comments such as yours, which makes our efforts all worth while :) Thanks and good fishing!

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

So glad you enjoyed our video and thanks for taking time to write to us - until next time, good fishing :)

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

For bullheads, you can use light line such as 6 lb or 8 lb test line. Mono line is fine and Bass Pro makes a brand called Excel which is decent line at good value. Long shank hooks are best to allow for easier removal and size 4 hooks would be a good size (size 6 or size 2 will also work for you). If there is no current where you are fishing, a 3/4 oz sinker would be more than sufficient. Good luck on the water :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

We like to fillet it first and then use strips for bait. If you are going for really big Channel cats or flat-head, then you can use a whole fillet or even the whole sunfish, but for most every day fishing, strips will work great for you:)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Glad you are enjoying our videos and we hope you have many great days on the water!

@ThePoet007 12 лет назад

When I was a kid, I spent all my time at the creek catching fish. Bullheads were plentiful and very fun to catch. Nice vid, enjoyed, thanks for posting.

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Right now, one of the most popular fish to catch is the Perch. A live bait rig, using the T-Turns and live minnows will work great for you :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

So glad to hear you are enjoying our videos and thanks so much for that great feedback! Hope you have a great day tomorrow :)

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed this bullhead catfish episode and thank you as well for the great feedback :)

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

When fishing for catfish, it is important that your bait be resting on the bottom. Catfish are bottom feeders and rely heavily on scent, when it comes to feeding. As such, suggest avoiding the use of a bobber, or., if y must use a bobber, then make sure that your bait is resting on the bottom and your bobber should then lie horizontal on the waters surface :)

@Rylee12329 4 года назад

Bullheads come up to feed

@daelenstairs4932 3 года назад

@@Rylee12329 no

@zackperron6090 2 года назад

@@daelenstairs4932 depending on the time of year and temperature of water compared to the air yes the absolutely go up to shallow water/ up off the bottom. It all depends on the temperature of the water

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Glad you are enjoying our videos Joe and good luck on the water in 2013 :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed our video and thanks for tuning in!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Glad to hear you had a good day on the water and thanks for tuning in!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for writing in!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@Venthoz At this time of year in our area, bullheads are harder to catch. Calamari is not a good bait for bullheads. We find that worms are the best bait - especially the red worms found in manure piles. Try also at night which will increase your chances. Look for stained water rather than crystal clear. Good luck!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

@hpiguy Glad to hear you are catching plenty of catfish in WI and thanks for taking time to write to us and share your tips with us! Until next time good luck and good fishing!

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Hi Dillon - glad you are enjoying our videos and thanks for the nice compliment...it's very much appreciated. Sounds like some great fishing in Wisconsin and with spring just around the corner, I hope you are able to get out there and have some great days on the water :)

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

So glad you are enjoying our videos and this catfish episode and thanks for the great feedback :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for taking time to write! Until next time, good luck and good fishing.

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Hi Jake, a 3/8 oz sinker is perfect and a size 4 or size 2 hook is good for bullhead catfish. You do not need special leader line, but suggest using mono (or fluorocarbon) :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Thanks for writing in and sharing your tips with us! Until next time, good luck and good fishing.

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for tuning in!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@wiredhatred Glad you enjoyed the video and nice to hear you like to fish for bullheads - they can be a lot of fun!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Thanks for writing in and sharing - until next time good luck and good fishing!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for tuning in :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Try pinching the barb of the hook back. This will make it easier to remove the hook & should still hold the bait. Also, you can take a dry rag to hold the fish easier & a pair of pliers will come in handy as well. Thanks!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Thanks for tuning in to our videos - glad you are enjoying them ;)

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Great to hear form you in India. The rod is a 6 foot quantum energy rod which can be bought form Bass Pro Shops or Cabelas and the T-turns you can buy right on line at Thundermist Lures. Good fishing :)

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

for catfish - besides worms, you can also use minnows, small pieces of cut bait, corn will also work as will chicken liver :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

We like to use 3/4 oz sinkers for bullheads - thanks for writing in and good luck on the water :)

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@socalstrikes Those are brown bullhead. In our area, a 2-3 pound fish is a big one. Yellow bullheads are not common in our area, but we have caught the odd one. Thanks!

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Hi JO - I was using worms that came out of a back yard compost pile :) You can use any worms, but those ones work well because they have a lot of scent.

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for tuning in and for taking time to write :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

We did have a lot of fun that day :) The bullheads were small that day, but they do get bigger - at least 3 times bigger!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@GuGtheone Thanks for sharing your tip with us and for tuning in to our videos.

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@illusionistpg13 Glad you are enjoying our videos and thanks for taking time to write to us.....that's what makes our efforts worth while...we are happy to help. Until next time, good luck and good fishing.

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@tuanie1 I keep the line tight to detect the slightest bite. The rod was medium light. Thanks for writing to us and as always good luck and good fishing!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

For Bullheads, we like to use small leaf worms found in compost piles, but regular worm swill work as will minnows :)

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Hi Adam - the sinker is at the end of my line, just as you indicated. The split shot and regular hook set up will also work. The key is to ensure that your bait is on the bottom :)

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

This rod was a 6 foot graphite rod, but you can use a 5 or 6 foot rod, and medium action or light action are o.k. for bullheads - in fact, a light action rod is preferred :)

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@thewalk420 Glad you enjoyed the video and it was literally one after anohter that day - we were fishing in the Welland River, in Wellandport Ontario. Thanks for writing in and good luck on the water.

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Thanks for writing in ....some people say the small ones are actually tastier and that the bigger ones are better to leave behind, as they are better breeders. Anyhow, hope you have a great year on the water :)

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Both hooks were baited with worms. We have not caught many bullheads on artificials. We basically found that in our waters, worms work best. Good fishing!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

The hooks were smaller (size 4) and the sinker was light (3/4 oz). If you have current, you will need to go heavier on the sinker, but in most lakes and ponds, 3/4 oz sinker is plenty :)

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@MrDanoconnor The side barbs can pinch you if you are not careful - so the best way to handle them is to come form behind and go over the side barbs so you can easily remove the hook. Thanks for writing in and good lcuk on the water!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Thanks for writing in & good luck on the water!

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Carp will bite when they are on the spawn, but not while they are actually spawning/jumping. They typically do not chase lures, so next time, try using corn or dough balls and fish right on the bottom. Spring & Summer are best and early morning is also best for carp - good luck :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed our bullhead video and we will try to do another episode - fishing for bullheads really can be a lot of fun. Thanks for writing in and until next time good luck and good fishing!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@acabtp Glad you liked the video and thanks again for tuning in!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@housewirth1 Worms are great bait. Sometimes they will take corn as well. Thanks & good fishing!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@NguyenVanThock2185 Glad you enjoyed the video and yes, we do have a problem with cormorants...they seem to be a big problem all over.

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@The7DCinema You could try circle hooks. These hooks are designed so that the fish will hook themselves. Recommend not to use J hooks as there is a greater chance of swallowing the hook. Thanks!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

They are closer to shore in the spring when the water is cold, but as summer approaches they will go to deeper water during the day & may come closer to shore to find food during the night.Thanks!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

@TheJagdog It's basically 2 - 6" leaders with J hooks spaced about 12" apart. The sinker is located about 4" below the last hook. Thanks!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@luklias Glad you enjoyed the video - we had a fantastic day that day! Thanks for writing in and until next time, good luck and good fishing.

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@Makotv1 Congratulations on your new reel and yes, you certainly can use a regular hook and sinker. Thanks for writing in and hope you have a great time on the water with your new reel!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@Allaroundstuff Try fishing at night in the dark as bluegills should stop feeding. Make sure the bait is on bottom & your light sinker is ok. Thanks!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Sounds like you found the right pattern and that you had a great day on the water. the worms from a compost pile may possibly be greenish in color - it depends on the pile they came from. Suggest continuing to use the green worms as they are working for you :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Thanks for writing in and good luck on the water!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

That would depend on many factors. Although fishing in a narrow area may increase your chances for a hit. Thanks!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Glad you are enjoying our videos and thanks for taking time to write to us :)

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

@ hooks and a sinker is a perfect rig - in fact, if you have any T-Turns (3-way swivels) that would be even better :) we like to use a size 4 or size 2 long shank hook for bullheads. The long shank makes it much easier for hook removal. Catfish will bite in late February but not aggressively as they are not active - at least not in the cooler states not in Canada, Wit the cold weather, they are not very active, but will bite - March would be better though :)

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@tuanie1 IN this case, a regular bell sinker is all you need. 1/2 oz or 3/4 oz should be heavy enough, assuming there is little to no current. Thanks for writing in and good luck on the water.

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Glad you enjoyed the video and good luck on the water!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

it was a quantum Energy Rod, IM7 graphite. Good luck on the water!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Night crawlers are a good bait to use and it's great to hear you and your wife go fishing together! Thanks for writing in and good luck on the water :)

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@SpoonierMilk Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for writing in - we have a few other catfish videos and if we get a chance to post another one, we'll be sure to cover the areas you mention. Thanks again for tuning in and good luck on the water.

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

For bigger bullheads, minnows are a good option and the bigger bullheads will also take cut bait as well :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

The bullheads do get bigger in our area, but on this day, they were all small but still a lot of fun :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

You are very welcome and we are always happy to help :) Until next time good luck and good fishing!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@adamitshelanu Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for taking time to write to us and for sharing your bluegill story.

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Nice to re-live those childhood memories :) Thanks for taking time to write to us and good luck on the water!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Thanks for your feedback & good luck on the water :)

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@smokestorm88 Glad you enjoyed the tips and the video. Thanks for tuning in and until next time, good luck and good fishing!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@AARbassboss Thanks for writing in....we do use rod holders, but this time we did not. Thanks for tuning in to our videos and until next time, good luck and good fishing!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Great to hear from you in NJ and that you plan on going for bullheads with your friend! As bullheads do not get very big, your outfit is fine. Suggest using light line such as 6 lb test mono and you should be in for a good day on the water :)

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@kaasnol Thanks for writing in and glad you enjoyed the video!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@MustangJimmy816 Try this set-up. To your main line, tie a sinker. 12 inches from your sinker onto the main line, tie an 18 inch leader which contains a hook. 6 inches away from your hook onto your leader, tie on an 8 inch piece of line containing a float that will suspend your bait but not the sinker. Your bait will remain stationary. The crawfish should not be able to climb onto your line (use mono). You have tried floats, but hopefully this will help. Good luck!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@MegaTroutFishing There are different kids of bullhead - these ones were brown bullhead, but there is also a black bullhead and yes, you can eat them - they are tasty!

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Glad you are enjoying our videos and thanks for the positive feedback - much appreciated! Not sure if we will be able to make our way out to Lake Shelbyville, however, we will be adding more bass videos this summer and you will be able to use a lot of the same tactics :) PS> the Python Darter rigged with a 4 inch plastic worm or 3 - 4 inch twister tail, works great for Largemouth :)

@pasha-ly4ss 8 лет назад

I just went fishing today with a friend and I caught a bullhead on a slip sinker rig with corn! x)

@thundermistlures 8 лет назад

+Philip Nicotra ....sounds like a good day of fishing :)

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@tycrane44 Glad you enjoyed the video and those "slow tugs" are the best bites to pull on! Thanks for writing in and good lcuk on the water.

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

We like to use smaller hooks for bullhead, such as size 4 or size 2, long shank hooks.

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

There are some stores in NY & NJ that carry the T-Turns, and some in Ontario - if you can not find them you can ask your store to contact us to set up an account - or - you can also order from the on line store. Thanks for writing in and you are going to love using the T-Turns as they work fantastic!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@Wheatleyfisher We like to use size 2, eagle claw, aberdeen long shank hooks. The long shank will allow you to remove the hook easily and the gap on a size 2 hook is perfect for bullheads. Thanks for writing in and good luck on the water!

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Thanks for writing in Justin and glad you enjoyed this catfish video :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Thanks for writing in and sharing

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@thesnake32 There is no size limit in Ontario - the bullheads certainly do get bigger - these ones were on the smaller size...mind you, the smaller ones are nice on the BBQ!

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Hi Mike, Look for a bait and tackle shop in your area - if you do not have one, if there is a Cabelas close by, they'll have them :)

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@hulutizer Glad you enjoyed the video and that you want to get back out on the water!

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Sounds like a great day on the water catching catfish - very nice!

@thundermistlures 13 лет назад

@cjacustomwoodworking Yes, you do need to be careful with their barbs - but the catfish are easy to handle. Thanks for writing in and good luck on the water!

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

It was a lot of fun and these bull heads are are on the small size - they do get bigger, at least 3 times bigger :)

@thundermistlures 11 лет назад

Hi Ivica - try using minnows for bait, as they may produce bigger bullheads for you :)

@thundermistlures 12 лет назад

Great to hear from you in Buffalo! The catfish bite will be on now and will only get batter as we get into May. You will find them in any of your creeks and the channels off of Lake Erie will also have catfish. You should do great!