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How to catch a pond catfish
Select a bait that provides a strong smell.
Catfish tend to be lured by smelly bait. When selecting the proper bait for your trap, opt for something that produces a strong odor.

Select from the following. (1). Try rod-and-reel, aquarium bait, or anything similar. Select bait with a strong odor including : Lime, ammonia, or sulfur pawpaw.; (2). Some options include chad, chicken liver, night crawlers, and crawfish. Consider fish size when selecting a reel.; (3). Check any bait packages, or talk to an experienced catfish expert to set the right bait for you. There are three main types of crayfish, each of which you can purchase from specialty bait stores.; (4). When selecting the right bait, consider the following tips : Ensure the bait is fresh and clean. This can prevent things like catfish mites from being accidentally ingested in the trap.;
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