In winter, fishermen very often go out to fish for perch. This is due to the fact that it is in winter that predatory fish becomes inactive and rushes to almost any bait. Therefore, the catch is always guaranteed.
Where to find perch in winter
It is in winter that perch lives in shallow areas of the reservoir. He finds his prey in the thickets of coastal vegetation. Therefore, it is worth looking for perch very close to the shore, at a depth of no more than two meters. It is best to choose small bays, creeks for perch fishing, where many reeds grow, and therefore there are a large number of small fish, which is food for perch.
To find perch, fishermen drill several dozen holes. When the location of the fish is established, drilling of holes continues to surround the perch base as much as possible.
As soon as the ice begins to harden and gain thickness, the perch goes into deeper places. The fish returns to the shore towards the end of winter. When the frosts subside, the perch begins to hunt more actively, therefore, it gladly absorbs the bait, it is easy to catch it.
Another great place for fishing for perch is the various pits, namely the point of exit from them.
What to catch perch
The choice of the bait is a very crucial moment, because it is she who determines half of the success. For perch fishing, you can use ordinary winter fishing rods, An excellent bait for a perch is a jig. You can use non-attachment options, as well as jigs with bloodworms. It is the second option that is used when the perch is not at all active and does not react badly to the bait without a nozzle. The ideal size of a jig for a perch is 0, 2-0, 3 g. The shape and color of the bait does not play an important role, the main thing is to control the jig correctly. Do not play too actively with the bait, it is necessary that the predator is interested in prey.
Jig fishing is suitable for beginner anglers and amateurs.
The second great bait for perch is considered to be winter bait. It should be of sufficient size: at the beginning and at the end of winter, it is worth taking a larger spoon, and in the middle, even a large perch will more readily react to the smallest spoon. This is due to the fact that in the middle of winter the predator weakens due to a lack of oxygen, so it cannot cope with large prey.
It is more difficult to fish with a spoon, because you need to play it correctly. Before fishing, it's best to test the bait in the bathroom to see how best to handle it.
To begin with, you can simply make smooth oscillatory movements with a spoon, slightly raise and then lower it. You should pause every 10 seconds. It is at this time that the perch swallows the bait.
You can also use a balancer to catch perch. It is better to choose the optimal size right away while fishing. It is on the balance beam that the predator bites perfectly.
Thus, in order for fishing for winter perch to be successful, it is necessary to choose the right place, as well as the bait.
