Three-spined Stickleback fishing
About Three-spined Stickleback
A tiny, spiny, abundant fish of lakes, streams and brackish coasts across the north, easily recognised by its three dorsal spines and breeding-red males. It is rarely a target itself but is vital forage and excellent live or fly-tied bait for trout, perch and pike. Kids catch them by the bucketful on a worm scrap, making them a great introduction to fishing.
Typical size: Typically 3 to 6 cm; large specimens up to 8 cm. Record (approx.): approx. 9 cm (varies by region).
Season, time and habitat
Darker cell = more active that month. Based on the species' usual yearly rhythm.
Common questions
When is the best time to catch Three-spined Stickleback?
Three-spined Stickleback fishing is usually best around May-Aug. The best windows in the day are usually day.
Where can you catch Three-spined Stickleback?
Three-spined Stickleback is most often found in lake, coast. Napp shows the nearest waters and the live odds on the bite right now.