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 Reeling them in

causes action, no pull necessary

Buzz bait Makes lots of noise Look like food Reeling causes action

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 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

Lizards Frogs Crawfish