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What's the Catch?Author: Hopewell Valley Student Publications Network
Whats The Catch? Is a student-run podcast that examines all the aspects of the sport of fishing. Join podcast host, Andrew Rowan, as he breaks down different species of fish, what bait/equipment to use, and where you can catch them. Language: en Genres: Hobbies, Leisure, Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Snake Eyes
Friday, 13 January, 2023
Snake EyesEpisode #8You are listening to What’s The Catch? the podcast with your host Andrew Rowan.In this episode of What’s The Catch? We’re gonna be talking about Snakeheads :what they are, where to find them, how to catch them, and why you should want to catch them. Segment 1: Species BackgroundThe Northern snakehead are predatory fish native to Africa and Asia. Their name comes from the fact that their pattern along their bodies resembles one of a snakes. Their head is also very snake-like. They’re an invasive species, being introduced to U.S waters because of people dumping their pet snakehead into a local body of water without knowing they are not native here. Their average length is 33 inches and the average weight is around 15 lbs. Fun FactsThey can breathe for a little on land because of the sacs above their gills which take in oxygen from the airIt can survive out of water up to 4 daysThey have a big rox of sharp teeth, making it bot possible to golf them by their lipsThey can “walk” on landSegment 2: Where can I find them?With being an invasive species, Snakeheads can be found in Jersey but not as common as other species. Their are still some places that have them. The best places to fin them are under vegetation like lilies, underwater grass, and downed trees/tree logsPlaces near/in hopewellHarrisonville LakeCrystal LakeMantua creekSalem canalDelaware riverSegment 3: How can I catch them?Rods to useMedium- light 7 foot spinning rod/ baitcasterBest line25 lb test braided lineBest live baitWormsBluegill cutbaitBest rigs/luresTopwater frogsPoppersBuzzbaitsChatterbaitsspinnerbaitsSegment 4: Why should I want to catch them?Reasons whyGood fight, very...
