Northern Pike

About this species

A long, torpedo-shaped ambush predator of the northern hemisphere with a mouthful of backward-facing teeth. It lurks in weedbeds and strikes explosively at passing prey. Large spoons, spinnerbaits and dead baits produce, and a wire trace is essential.

Season

Depth

0 – 6 m

Habitat Spots

Fishing Methods

Bait & Rig

Large spoons, spinnerbaits, and dead roach or smelt rigged on a wire trace and fished near weedbeds.

Edibility & Taste

White, firm flesh with Y-shaped bones; popular smoked or baked, but requires careful filleting to remove the bones.

Similar Species

Light bean-shaped spots on a dark green body distinguish northern pike from muskellunge, which has dark markings on a lighter background.

Record Weight

31.5 kg