Think Like a Fish
What should you bait resemble?
Food for the fish
What kind of wind is beneficial for fishing?
Light to Moderate Wind
What does TPWD stand for?
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
How can knowledge of aquatic communities and food webs increase fishing success?
It helps you guess where fish may gather.
When thinking like fish what do you have to take into consideration?
Habitat, Food
Warm fronts are more beneficial during what season?
Winter
What does TPWD limit?
Number and size of the fish.
What is cover and why is it important in fishing?
Cover is anything that fish may use to hide in and it is important since it can be used to locate where fish may be.
What do rings in ponds suggest?
A blue gill is feeding.
What kind of front reduces fish movement?
Cold Front
At what age are you able to get an official fishing license?
17 years old
What weather can improve fishing success?
Before or during gentle rain with light or moderate wind.
What is a likely reason for small fish to be darting above water?
They are trying to escape from larger fish.
What 2 things simulate low light level conditions?
Shadows and Clouds
Where can fishing rules and regulations be found?
Official Outdoor Manual and TPWD Website
What does it mean to be an ethical angler?
Follow regulations and try to conserve the environment.
Where do catfish prefer to stay?
Near the bottom of water inside or under objects.
True or False: It is recommended to fish during the night.
False. Although it is better to fish at night than at day, it is recommended, especially for beginners, to fish during the evening.
Why are the fishing regulations in place?
To protect to aquatic ecosystems for the future.
How can knowledge of fish adaptations increase fishing success?
It can help you locate where fish may prefer to stay or feed in.