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Tench fishing

Tinca tinca
Tench

About Tench

Green, slimy and strong. Roots in soft beds in warm lakes, mostly at dawn and dusk.

Typical size: Usually 30-45 cm. Record (approx.): ≈ 3 kg.

Season, time and habitat

Best season
Jun-Aug
Best time
Dawn, dusk
Habitat
Lake

Lures and baits that work

Float bait Float bait Bait with worm, maggot or corn and set the float so the bait hovers just above the bottom. Strike when the float goes under.
Ledger bait Ledger bait Fish the bait still on the bottom with a sinker. Common for bottom feeders; watch the rod tip for gentle bites.

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Common questions

When is the best time to catch Tench?

Tench fishing is usually best around Jun-Aug. The best windows in the day are usually dawn, dusk.

What lures and baits work for Tench?

Effective methods for Tench include Float bait and Ledger bait.

Where can you catch Tench?

Tench is most often found in lake. Napp shows the nearest waters and the live odds on the bite right now.