Bluegill - Big Bluegill

Do you love big bluegill?

Hey I caught this fish before! Check the photo from 5/20? I'm holding it from the other side but you can still line up the marks on the tail. And the small cut out part on the tail has healed in this picture. The fish also looks more healthy. Last time it had just finished spawning. The fish hit a top-water Pop-R this time!

Rating:
  • Currently 5/5 stars.

Views: 78

Comment

You need to be a member of Bluegill - Big Bluegill to add comments!

Join Bluegill - Big Bluegill

Comment by David, aka, "McScruff" on June 2, 2011 at 3:20am

"The tipping point to start the top-water action seems to be around 75 and up?  We have had the warmest three days of year in my area, this I believe turned those bass on to Top-Water! Also make sure your matching the hatch with your lure color.  A white bottom with a dark color top works in my local waters.  And it is very important look for low wind days at low light times.  A 3-5mph wind day between 5am-8am or between 6pm until dark is what I look for!!"

Thanks for that great summary, Andre! No wonder you are a fish catching machine.

Id say we're there, as far as the conditions are concerned. Water temp has got to be close here in SC. Time of day and wind is also right on - I get out early. My topwaters are either bluegill or frog mimics, both of which are prevalent. And I've caught small bass on other things, so I know the fish are there.

 

My guess is that Im facing water that may yet be a tad cool and the "5% Factor." Predators account for only 5%, + or -, of the total fish numbers in a body of water. From the bank where I fish, they are either in the vicinity or they aren't. I can't chase them down. They'll come to my hook, in time. Until then I focus on the greater numbers found among the panfish. 

Comment by Andre Sturkey on June 1, 2011 at 7:36pm

LOL Jim that was FUNNY LOL!  Me and Bob are close friends now!

 Hey David and John what is the water temp where ya'll are?  The tipping point to start the top-water action seems to be around 75 and up?  We have had the warmest three days of year in my area, this I believe turned those bass on to Top-Water! Also make sure your matching the hatch with your lure color.  A white bottom with a dark color top works in my local waters.  And it is very important look for low wind days at low light times.  A 3-5mph wind day between 5am-8am or between 6pm until dark is what I look for!!

Comment by David, aka, "McScruff" on June 1, 2011 at 4:11pm
Ive tried em too, John - no dice.
Comment by John Sheehan on June 1, 2011 at 2:47pm
Nice fish Andre!Still lookin' for a top water Bass .Tried the Pop R and Tiny Torpedo the other evening but nothin' ...soon though!
Comment by John Sheehan on June 1, 2011 at 2:46pm

Nice fish Andre.Still lookin' for a top water Bass .Tried the Pop R and Tiny Torpedo the other evening but nothin' soon though!

 

Comment by David, aka, "McScruff" on June 1, 2011 at 2:24pm
I'm with Jim - maybe next time bring some cards and beer, 'n ya'll can play a few hands.
Comment by Jim Gronaw on June 1, 2011 at 1:45pm
So, like...I guess you and this bass are pretty tight. What's his name?
Comment by David, aka, "McScruff" on June 1, 2011 at 3:10am
Catch and release baby!

Latest Activity

John Sheehan posted photos
Friday
Bruce Tomaselli commented on Jeffrey D. Abney's photo
Friday
Jeffrey D. Abney posted a photo

We’re in The Middle of the North Carolina Blue Crab/Brown Shrimp Season…..6/13/2024

This is a great time for culinary seafood in coastal North Carolina……the markets and restaurants…
Thursday
Jeffrey D. Abney posted a photo

Great Products for UV Protection…..6/13/2024

I love the newest technology of clothing available….lightweight and breathable but offering max…
Thursday
Jeffrey D. Abney posted photos
Thursday
Jeffrey D. Abney posted photos
Thursday
Jeffrey D. Abney posted a status
"Got out a little while,hot and windy today…..ran out of crickets in a creek drainage. Water falling with forage items moving…fun in the heat"
Thursday
John Sheehan commented on John Sheehan's group Lure History
"JUNE SPOONS"
Wednesday
John Sheehan posted photos
Wednesday
Jeffrey D. Abney posted photos
Tuesday
Jeffrey D. Abney posted photos
Jun 10
Jeffrey D. Abney posted photos
Jun 10
Jeffrey D. Abney posted photos
Jun 10
Jeffrey D. Abney posted a status
"We had a great weather weekend and the fish got the memo……"
Jun 10
Jeffrey D. Abney commented on Jeffrey D. Abney's photo
Thumbnail

Dinner Was Great Tonight…….6/8/2024

"Thanks John….a lot like cooking fish, the fresher the better……all of these…"
Jun 10
John Sheehan commented on Jeffrey D. Abney's photo
Jun 9
Jeffrey D. Abney commented on Jeffrey D. Abney's photo
Thumbnail

Dinner Was Great Tonight…….6/8/2024

"These are clean and ready to cook!"
Jun 8
Jeffrey D. Abney posted a photo

Dinner Was Great Tonight…….6/8/2024

Fresh “Whale” soft shell crabs fried in corn flour and peanut oil, paired with some creamy grits……
Jun 8
Jeffrey D. Abney posted photos
Jun 8
Jeffrey D. Abney posted photos
Jun 8

© 2024   Created by Bluegill.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service