Artificial Lures

Why do fish bite artificial lures? Hunger Anger Competition Killer Instinct Curiosity Reflex Feeding Frenzy

Basic Lure Types Floating Sinking Suspending Neutral Buoyancy

Specific Types of Freshwater Lures

Jigs Many colors Usually smaller Quick “tugs” on pole causes action

Spinner bait Makes bubbles that create sound Flashing attracts fish

Buzz bait Makes lots of noise Look like food

Crank bait Look like baitfish Suspending Wobble or dive to attract fish Various colors and sizes

Top water lure Floating lure Splashes or wobbles making noise

Spoons Sturdy construction Very reliable Muskies and northern Small ones for pan fish Look like injured fish

Flies Fly fishing On top of the water Imitate insects

Fake Fish Imitate baitfish Suspending or sinking Many sizes and colors

Fake Worms Imitate worms Can be colored and/or scented Very durable

Other Fakes Imitate off Lizards Frogs Crayfish