Aug 15, 2005 · Fish have complex social behaviors, and we're just now starting to understand them. Here's some amazing facts on bluegill reproduction.

May 29, 2025 · Should you keep or release large bluegills? Explore expert advice, Dr. Swingle’s timeless pond management principles, and how harvesting affects long-term balance.

Jun 14, 2021 · The bluegill spawn thus becomes a prime time to catch shallow bass throughout the summer and early fall. “The bluegill spawn follows the bass spawn, and the bass are hungry and …

Jul 27, 2017 · Long story short, I run a summer day camp for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Part of what we do is take them fishing. I decided to go for bluegill since many of these kids have …

Jan 1, 2009 · Small ponds have the benefit of being easier to keep in check (balance the number of sportfish-bass and forage-bluegill) than lakes. With less acreage to manage, highly accessible water …

Jul 6, 2005 · The ones most often pushed are bluegill, sunfish and various minnows. In truth, the bass-bluegill combination is often a disaster after the first four or five years. The bluegills actually prey …

Feb 9, 2007 · "Dynamic" is also the reason bluegill are the backbone of the food chain for largemouth bass. Bluegill are the only fish which can reproduce fast enough to keep pace with bucketmouth bass …

Oct 25, 2024 · Fall is here, and so is the bass feeding frenzy! If you’re looking to up your game this season, the right lure selection is crucial to landing those big bites. We dive into the best fall lures …

May 31, 2023 · Another thread got me thinking about live bluegill fishing. I've been a strictly artificial lure user and I exclusively fish for bass. I taught myself to fish a long time ago, and this style of fishing is …

Nov 21, 2024 · Studies of bluegill and other fishes indicate that size-specific interactions are essential during winter. Winter food availability is often low, making the buildup of energy reserves before …