Особенности ловли сома летом

If the lion is considered the “king of beasts” in the African Savannah, then catfish is the “king of fish” our waters in the band of temperate climate. Its dimensions are sometimes huge, famous caught specimens weighing more than 500 kg and length 4, 5-5 m.
Description of soma

A curious feature of this freshwater fish is the complete absence of scales on her body. Color catfish brown, but the belly of it is light. Occasionally come across individuals completely white.

It is believed that catfish is a scavenger, but actually it is not. In the diet fish consists of crustaceans, mollusks, small fish and even waterfowl. Sometimes there are reports about the attack som on people. But the basis of the diet in the soma – plant food, which they find in abundance in their habitat: in holes and under the driftwood.
The specificity of fishing

The best time for fishing catfish – summer. In winter the fish are totally inactive and lies in the pits of deep water, almost on what does not respond.

In the summer, catfish are actively feeding, leaving their holes and sailing in shallow waters for Jora. It is here that we must look for the fish.

For catching catfish in traditional habitats (bottom holes and ruts), the best option would be to use the boat. Fisherman should consider very carefully the condition of the bottom of the reservoir. You need to pay attention even on the fallen trees into the water where catfish can hide.
Bait used when fishing for catfish

Given the fact that the soma is practically omnivorous, the list of baits is quite wide:

Baitfish;
Frog;
Clam;
Grasshopper;
Small bird;
A bunch of worms;
Cancer meat.

Undoubtedly, the best bait is a bunch of worms that catfish are biting very readily.
Rigging for catfish

Fly fishing catfish with float rods is a bad idea. To use the fishing ground. The rod must be very powerful, and the reel has a fishing line with a minimum thickness of 0. 6 mm. This is because som is very large, strong fish, and there are cases when he simply tore the snap, leaving the hapless fisherman with nothing. All the fishing camps of Kazakhstan at the Balkhash can provide you with a great opportunity to catch catfish!

Fishing for catfish on spinning also is the place to be, but there are some features. Do not expect to catch big fish, but fishing for juveniles is fine. When spinning it is very important that the bait fell to the bottom of the pond where catfish live. As bait is good to use a dead fish slowly, without jerks to bottom. Of course, the big catch is the spinner does not get it, but a lot of pleasant fishing experience is guaranteed to be received. To read about catching catfish on a Donk here.