Fishing for Coppernose Bluegill
Identification, habitat, techniques, and tackle—then find a captain who targets them.
The Coppernose Bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus purpurescens) is a regional variant of the common bluegill, noted for a coppery to reddish spot or edging on the opercular flap and a deep, laterally
Coppernose bluegill occur in lakes, ponds, reservoirs and sluggish river sections across much of the eastern and central United States; they are also commonly stocked, so local distribution can be
Prime opportunities are during the spring spawn and in low-light periods at dawn and dusk. In spring, locate nesting colonies on shallow flats; in summer and fall focus on weed edges, docks, brush
Recommended gear is ultralight to light spinning tackle: 4.5 to 6.5 foot rods with a sensitive tip and fast action. Use 2 to 6 lb test monofilament or 4 to 8 lb fluorocarbon in clearer water; braid
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