Susquehanna River Fishing Forum
Susquehanna River, Questions & Comments => Susquehanna River Tributaries => Topic started by: DRY on May 31, 2018, 12:03:22 PM
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High, muddy. fast water and full moon have the smallmouth confused. Makes my job tough.
Only 2 smallies today
(https://i.imgur.com/QpXNeOy.jpg)
But this little 13" beauty hit one of my river darters. This is a flathead catfish. At least 10 miles from the confluence with the Susquehanna and not that far from the trout waters of this wonderful trib.
(https://i.imgur.com/dMTc8II.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/4nmKQgb.jpg)
I'm anxiously awaiting snakeheads next... ;) :)
Bill
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That's a nice little cat fish.
My son wants to go catch a snake head, I don't think there are any near Harrisburg, looks like Philly is the closest.
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That's a nice little cat fish.
My son wants to go catch a snake head, I don't think there are any near Harrisburg, looks like Philly is the closest.
This is my second flathead. The other was an 8-10 pounder that hit a tube near Sunbury PA on the Susquehanna River.
Snakeheads have been caught in the Delaware, Potomac and on the Susquehanna flats area.
Bill
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Those things are real invaders. I'm surprised too! that is their nature. I have read about chasing them in small steams and rivers, I didn't expect it until they had established in the river though. I don't suppose that you released it?
FM
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...I don't suppose that you released it?
FM
It was released.
I don't eat any fish from PA waters.
I do not believe that sport fishermen can put a dent in the population of any species by destroying the ones they catch.
I believe nature will eventually work things out...even though man may sometimes shift the balance.
Bill
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Well I'm happy that you did. I think you have a rational assessment of the situation. Beautiful fish. Smallest one I have ever seen, prettier than the adults.
FM
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High, muddy. fast water and full moon have the smallmouth confused. Makes my job tough.
Only 2 smallies today
Just an FYI, the river water level and color has been good since Sunday and the post spawn female bass are feeding heavly above the closure area. I can't figure out myself where all the chocolate milk is comming from on Penns Creek. You would think it has to turn green sometime soon.
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Love that Flathead pic.
Thanks 4 posting.
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That's crazy!! Thanks for posting! Flatties have been our go to fish this time of the year on the Juni. They have been a pleasant bonus plus they are great eating. The bigger the fish the better they taste.