Do Perch Take Topwater Lures?

Perch are the most versatile predator fish we have in the UK and can be caught on almost every method i can think of, spinners, shads, NED rigs, chatterbaits, crank baits, creature baits, topwater, the list is endless but this makes fishing for them pretty exciting.

What is the best lure to catch perch?

Most of the best perch jigs are 1 to 2 inches in length. Soft plastic jigs are effective, versatile and inexpensive, with some of the more popular styles being tube jigs, curly-tail jigs and split-tail jigs. Small hair jigs and marabou jigs (i.e. “crappie jigs”) are also excellent choices.

What size lures for perch?

6cm-9cm
Use lures in the 6cm-9cm range, as these are ideal for perch, and pay attention to the diving depth of the lure. The bigger the vane on the front of the lure, the deeper it will dive. By far the best shape of crankbait for perch is a short, stumpy body that produces a really fast wiggle action.

Can you catch perch on a lure?

Perch are suckers for a moving bait which why you often catch them on-the-drop when waggler fishing with a maggot or worm. Working a lure through a series of narrow channels gives perch every chance to see the lure working.

What month is best for perch fishing?

During late spring and early summer, early morning and early evening hours are best. During late summer, late afternoon and evening is best. In autumn, the best times are morning, and late afternoon evening. During the winter, the low light of late afternoon-evening is good.

What color lures do perch like?

As far as color goes for lure selection its really going to depend on the body of water you are fishing, but generally I like starting out with UV green, UV pink or orange and then a natural perch color.

How deep do you fish for perch?

In shallow lakes, perch might spend the summer in 15-20ft / 4.5-6m of water, while in deeper ones, they’ll gather around submerged islands, rocky shoals and points in water 20-30ft / 6-9m deep, sometimes more.

How do you attract perch?

Perch are also very attracted by color and flash. If using a slip bobber setup (or dead sticking), add a small colored bead just above the bait on the main line. The bead acts as a beacon to find the natural bait. This will increase catch rates greatly, especially in stained water.

Do you need a wire trace for perch?

In waters that do not contain any pike, you do not need to use a wire trace for perch, as their teeth simply won’t be able to bite through your line. However, if the venue you are fishing for perch in also holds pike, you should always use a thin wire trace in order to protect the fish and save your lures.

Where do perch like to hang out?

Perch seek out the deepest vegetation where cool, well oxygenated water persists into summer. Food is plentiful and vegetation provides cover from predators. You don’t need to travel far from spawning areas to find ideal summer time habitat for perch.

Can you lure fish for perch all year round?

Perch are one of the few predator species we can genuinely target all year round, so I will try to cover how my approach changes through out the seasons across different venues.

What line should I use for perch?

LINE CHOICE FOR PERCH
A monofilament reel line of about 6lb is about right for perch. For dropshot and jig fishing you’ll want a thin braided mainline however, which has no stretch, so you can feel every tap on the line and set the hook.

What time of day is best to catch perch?

The best time of day to catch perch can change suddenly on any day. Perch fishing is usually best in the early morning or evening hours during late spring and early summer and late afternoon or evening in late summer. In autumn, both morning and late afternoon-evening provide excellent fishing.

How do you fish for perch from shore?

7 Shoreline Yellow Perch Tips

1. Fish Close to Shore for Spring Trophy Females. The best time of year to catch the biggest yellow perch is right before the spring spawn.
2. Use Live Bait.
3. Pinch Your Barbs.
4. Fish Cover During Summer Sun.
5. Dusk & Night Are Great During Summer.
6. 45-Degree Angles when Pitching Lures.
7. Have Patience.

Do perch like the rain?

Rain both provides more cover for hunting perch and oxygenates the water, which means that it has the power to boost the fish’s activity.

Are perch bottom feeders?

Angling: Yellow perch are day feeders and are primarily bottom feeders with a slow deliberate bite. They eat almost anything, but prefer minnows, insect larvae, plankton, and worms.

Where do perch go at night?

At night, yellow perch will associate with shallow or medium-depth waterways with weeds or submerged logs. Look for water between 6 and 20-feet deep, preferably near a deep-water dropoff. Perch will congregate among the weeds as darkness settles in to avoid being caught in the open by hungry bass, pike, or walleye.

What do perch like to eat the most?

Insects play an essential role in the yellow perch’s diet. Insect larvae, midges, mosquitos, scuds, smaller mayflies, and bloodworms are the primary food source for young yellow perch. And even when fully grown, yellow perch will continue to feed on aquatic insects in many water bodies.

Do perch like corn?

Corn is an effective bait for many species of fish. However, some fish crave the sweet kernels more than others. The most popular fish to use corn for are trout or panfish like crappie, perch and bluegill.

Where is the best perch fishing?

Best Perch Locations

• 10 Upper Chesapeake Bay > Maryland.
• 1 Shoal Lake > Manitoba.
• 2 Devils Lake > North Dakota.
• 3 Mille Lacs > Minnesota.
• 4 Lake Waubay > South Dakota.
• 5 Mississippi River > Wisconsin.
• 6 Lake Gogebic > Michigan.
• 7 Lake St.

How do you get finicky perch to bite?

HOW DO YOU GET FINICKY PERCH TO BITE? To catch them, it’s as simple as lure them over, offer something that’s delicious and catch them. Luring them over can be done with a spoon or something that’s going to displace water or make noise.