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Tackle, baits, spots and seasons — a full guide to catching Wels catfish.
Read the guide →Wednesday, August 5
The bite is strong — fish are active. Pressure is rising — activity tends to be more subdued.
Best time — 00:00–04:00 and 23:00–23:00 (nighttime activity).
Work the cover — snags, weed edges, hole entrances; retrieve the lure with pauses.
In clear water, natural colors work best: catfish clonk with bait or large bottom bait.
It's a hot day — a hat, sunglasses, and plenty of water are a must.
Worth going — it's a productive day.