Actually, neither. Here are the basics on where to find Pike and Muskie.Pike and Muskie both thrive in and around the Great Lakes. They’re both from the genus “Muskellunge have one of the most varied spellings of any species.
These large, predatory species are every bit as fast and mean as their sleek torpedo-shaped bodies imply. Use a wire leader if you want to keep your lure. We had lots of pike close to home, so he’d go after muskie – we used alot of Big Doctors, red eyes, and various daredevils. Depending on where you catch them, they may be called Muskellunge, Muskelunge, Muscallonge, Maskinonge, or Milliganong.
Musky are much more limited in their range, although both fish like the same kind of habitat and hunt in a similar way.Musky are a more prestigious catch because they’re so unpredictable, but Pike definitely deserve legendary status, too. It’s important to know the difference becuase fishing regulation differ greatly for pike and muskie. You're not going to find an area of a lake with 15 laid up muskies, and you're not going to have 20 fish days targeting musky. You're right that a muskie is done fighting in 2-3 runs. Posts: 373 . They can show up in smaller rivers and ponds, as well as all the places Muskie tend to inhabit. I disagree I've caught smaller fish that have fought a lot harder than a bigger fish. Because of this, they’re prized game fish throughout their range. They live in and around the Great Lakes, and down along the Appalachian Mountains as far south as Georgia. mark_johnson.
He says, “just hit the right spots where they are and a MEPS does just fine!” (I caught a 36 inch Muskie last year with a MEPS– My tackle box is getting streamlined)As I always say, the best lure is the one the locals use.I too have had great luck with a silver, Mepps #3 hairless.
The chart below is deceiving because not all Tiger Musky look like Muskellunge with Pike characteristics. The two Muskies I have landed were bigger.
They hit harder, swim faster and may jump several times before getting near the boat. pike maybe an even fight but the 20 lb ski vs. the 20. northern I'd take the ski. As an avid and dedicated Esox Angler, I will continually try to discover/discuss factors directly linked to incidental mortality of muskie and pike … the fish intended to be released effectively. The chart below is deceiving because not all Tiger Musky look like Muskellunge with Pike characteristics.
Your Ultimate Guide to Fishing in Russia – Part I They were also firmer and had more stamina, but that might have been because they were bigger. Use larger baits later in the year. Here's a 46" Musky I C&R'ed about 10 years back and it fought hard for a FW fish...about the same as a 30# Striper, with a few amazing jumps thrown in. It’s harder to get Musky to bite, but you should always be happy to see either fish on the end of your line.All credit for these great tips goes to Fishing Booker. Even though they prefer the shallows, Musky also like to keep their options open, so shallow vegetation with easy access to deeper water is always a good place to try.These are both highly predatory fish, built for speed and strength.
!Thanks for the comment. Never caught a Northern much larger than 30", so can't really comment on that. Just make sure you’re using weedless flies if you don’t want to take half the lake away with you. You should be able to identify your fish without feeling its face, though.So you know how to identify Muskie vs. Pike, but where should you go to catch them? Depending on where you catch them, they may be called Muskellunge, Muskelunge, Muscallonge, Maskinonge, or Milliganong. This is part of the reason that people have trouble telling them apart. That is, unless the shallows get too warm or there’s more food farther down. Muskie vs Pike. i've caught a few low 20" pike on a fly rod before, and i don't think i've ever seen a 20" musky lol Participant. Both these fish are apex predators who use every bit of their strength and agility in the fight. Agree that most important thing is to have a metal lede if you want to bring the fish in. A last minute trip to the river with a friend turned into a crazy day of kayak fishing northern pike and muskie with the Whopper Plopper topwater lure! You can find both fish in all five lakes and the surrounding rivers. As far as strength a 10lb. However you’re fishing, Pike have a mean bite, so make sure to use a heavy leader.The best tip you can have for Muskie fishing is “be patient.” Even experienced anglers won’t claim to reliably catch big Musky.
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