If you’re looking for a fun and challenging fishing experience, kingfish are definitely worth targeting. These powerful fish can be extremely hard to catch, but with the right bait they can be lured in without too much trouble. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the best bait options for catching kingfish. So if you’re ready to tackle these formidable fish, keep reading!
How To Choose Fishing Bait For Kingfish
Your choice of fishing bait can make or break your success as a fisherman, so it is crucial to have a good understanding of what you are using before going out to fish. Kingfish have a tremendously acute sense of smell and taste, so choosing the right type of bait will be very important.
A lot of different kinds of bait can be used for kingfish and finding the right one that fits your area and techniques will take time. For example, if you are fishing in an area where there is a lot of current then using live bait or any kind of slow-moving live bait will work great. However, if the water has no current and you are choosing to jig for your catch then frozen squid will be perfect because they are not only affordable but also last long periods of time.
Kingfish are very smart creatures and they can sense danger extremely well. They have developed over time instincts to protect themselves against predators which makes them hard to catch sometimes. Using the right kind of fishing bait will trigger their natural instincts to come out and this way you are more likely to catch them. The more appealing the bait is the higher chance of you catching a fish because they will go for it.
If you are still having trouble choosing the best fishing bait there are a lot of different kinds that can be sold at any store or market which makes them very accessible to everyone. Using squid, shad, mackerel, sardines and herring are all great choices for kingfish and will usually result in a catch if you do it right.
You can also fish for kingfish using crabs and crayfish by attaching them to your line and let them swim around a bit before pulling them up. This method is most effective when the water is not that deep or there aren’t a lot of waves present so the bait is easier to track. Once a fish has smelled the bait and is coming towards it you can pull up your line very quickly so it won’t get away.
FAQ
What size lures do kingfish like?
A common mistake that many anglers make is choosing a fishing bait that is too large for the fish they are planning to catch. One of the most common mistakes seen among inexperienced fishermen is the use of squid as fishing bait. While they can be effective, it’s important to remember that larger fish have very different taste buds compared to smaller ones. A good rule of thumb to use would be to divide the size of your bait by three, so if you are using a squid that is 12 inches long, then 4-5 inch strips should be just fine.
What color lures do kingfish like?
There are many theories out there about what color lures work best to catch kingfish, most commonly saying that the best color is red. However, my most successful lures for catching kings have not been red but rather silver or chrome. So which color really is the king of kings?
I’ve spent my fair share of time on both sides of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans chasing kingfish. I’ve fished from the rivers of New Jersey to the jungles of Panama and for kingfish between Florida and California several times. And while I can’t say that I’ve done a scientific study on whether or not color matters, one thing I do know is that if you want to catch them consistently, silver or chrome lures do the trick better than any other color.
Conclusion
You can find more information about how to catch kingfish on our blog, for a fantastic fishing experience, be sure to pack the perfect bait. Be patient and don’t give up! If you are persistent in your quest to reel one in, it will happen eventually. Keep at it because the rewards are worth the effort!