When does fish usually feed?

BryantN · 10-13-2008, 01:03 PM

Sorry, i'm new so I've no idea how, when or where to fish. I've heard that Cat mostly feed at night and other fishes feed mostly in the morning. Is this true?

Tone2129 · 10-13-2008, 01:24 PM

this is a very very difficult question to answer.

Cats become more active at night, and come up closer to the shores to feed. but if you look at some of the cat pictures posted A LOT of big cats are caught during the day as well, you just need to read up and research.

Also, you say your new to this!?!?
try this link: NEFGA Beginner's Corner.

Harold · 10-13-2008, 01:36 PM

I believe that most fish are "opportunistic", and feeding is as much "reactionary" as it is "stalking".

Different fish (one must be more specific here!) have different "feeding patterns", but I believe an appropriate bait in front of their nose will be enough to cause a temporary "adjustment" to their schedule!

Unless, of course, they just "filled up" before you got there!!

Besides the variation between the different fishes, weather and seasons also require different "plans of attack" when attempting to determine "prime times".

People are a lot like fish... (Sorry, Mr. B, I'm gonna STEAL your wisdom here) FISH HAVE TO EAT TO SURVIVE! If the opportunity to absorb more energy than it takes to retrieve, a fish may eat at any time of the day/night. Some may skip breakfast, lunch, and supper, but may "snack" all day!

A bit "fish specific", I tend to target LMB early and late in the summer but in the fall, mid morning to afternoon seem to be a better pattern.

But, I don't "take a nap" during my perceived down times. I have yet to catch a fish with the line out of the water, regardless of the time/season!

So, in MY opinion, if you have the "time", it's time to be fishin'!

Harold F.

bigjigs · 10-13-2008, 02:06 PM

Dusk and dawn usually see an increase in feeding activity for most fish.

Huskeron · 10-13-2008, 05:16 PM

I put a lot of faith in the solunar tables.
You can find one at the link below after becoming a free member of their site:
Absolutely A1 info at Walleye Central - Visit the Walleye Pros

Fish also seem to bite the best in low light conditions (morning, evening, cloudy, and windy days)

Jim

LiquidSteel · 10-13-2008, 07:13 PM

Usually right after I pack up and leave.

Camp-N-Fish · 10-13-2008, 08:53 PM

Here's a nice chart from the NGPC website. The "Time of Day" row is a good indicator of the feeding time for each species.

Nebraska Game and Parks Commission - Fishing Section

Enjoy!

epb35085 · 10-14-2008, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harold

I believe that most fish are "opportunistic", and feeding is as much "reactionary" as it is "stalking".

Different fish (one must be more specific here!) have different "feeding patterns", but I believe an appropriate bait in front of their nose will be enough to cause a temporary "adjustment" to their schedule!

Unless, of course, they just "filled up" before you got there!!

This guy filled up all right but he wanted seconds!
8lb fish with a 1lber in the gut!

Harold · 10-14-2008, 07:34 PM

You gotta luv the Fall Feeding Frenzie!

Harold F.

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BryantN Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 26 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	When does fish usually feed? Sorry, i'm new so I've no idea how, when or where to fish. I've heard that Cat mostly feed at night and other fishes feed mostly in the morning. Is this true?

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Tone2129 Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Millard/Lincoln Posts: 1,067 Thanks: 3 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts	this is a very very difficult question to answer. Cats become more active at night, and come up closer to the shores to feed. but if you look at some of the cat pictures posted A LOT of big cats are caught during the day as well, you just need to read up and research. Also, you say your new to this!?!? try this link: NEFGA Beginner's Corner. __________________ Husker Bass Angler - Events Coordinator Sponsors: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. face="Arial Black"> Triton Boats Sportsmans Haircut Wolf Tackle Supplies Venom Lures THANK YOU!

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Harold 2008 Catch and Continue Finalist Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kearney Certified Youth Fishing Instructor NEFGA Line Recycling Volunteer Posts: 741 Thanks: 174 Thanked 36 Times in 23 Posts	I believe that most fish are "opportunistic", and feeding is as much "reactionary" as it is "stalking". Different fish (one must be more specific here!) have different "feeding patterns", but I believe an appropriate bait in front of their nose will be enough to cause a temporary "adjustment" to their schedule! Unless, of course, they just "filled up" before you got there!! Besides the variation between the different fishes, weather and seasons also require different "plans of attack" when attempting to determine "prime times". People are a lot like fish... (Sorry, Mr. B, I'm gonna STEAL your wisdom here) FISH HAVE TO EAT TO SURVIVE! If the opportunity to absorb more energy than it takes to retrieve, a fish may eat at any time of the day/night. Some may skip breakfast, lunch, and supper, but may "snack" all day! A bit "fish specific", I tend to target LMB early and late in the summer but in the fall, mid morning to afternoon seem to be a better pattern. But, I don't "take a nap" during my perceived down times. I have yet to catch a fish with the line out of the water, regardless of the time/season! So, in MY opinion, if you have the "time", it's time to be fishin'! Harold F. __________________ "Catching fish on a fly makes me giggle like a school girl. Probably because, when you think about it, it’s such an absurd thing to do." -OBG

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Harold 2008 Catch and Continue Finalist Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kearney Certified Youth Fishing Instructor NEFGA Line Recycling Volunteer Posts: 741 Thanks: 174 Thanked 36 Times in 23 Posts	You gotta luv the Fall Feeding Frenzie! Harold F. __________________ "Catching fish on a fly makes me giggle like a school girl. Probably because, when you think about it, it’s such an absurd thing to do." -OBG

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10-13-2008, 02:06 PM	#4 (permalink)
bigjigs Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: fremont Posts: 68 Thanks: 2 Thanked 8 Times in 4 Posts	Dusk and dawn usually see an increase in feeding activity for most fish.

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Huskeron Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: NW Omaha Posts: 232 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	I put a lot of faith in the solunar tables. You can find one at the link below after becoming a free member of their site: Absolutely A1 info at Walleye Central - Visit the Walleye Pros Fish also seem to bite the best in low light conditions (morning, evening, cloudy, and windy days) Jim

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LiquidSteel Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 700 Thanks: 29 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Usually right after I pack up and leave.

10-13-2008, 08:53 PM	#7 (permalink)
Camp-N-Fish Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Omaha Posts: 25 Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Here's a nice chart from the NGPC website. The "Time of Day" row is a good indicator of the feeding time for each species. Nebraska Game and Parks Commission - Fishing Section Enjoy!