Tilapia thread
After careful consideration (about 2 minutes worth), I realized hoarding my tilapia knowledge is silly. Therefore, I will disclose some of my "secret" info:
1: tilapia are gregarious. If you catch one, count on more being near
2: tilapia are primarily herbivorous, but will eat small prey items...emphasis on SMALL
3: tilapia prefer still or slow moving water. Think calm pockets or eddies
4: tilapia tend to feed near the bottom
5: tilapia bite lightly and quickly, similar to small trout. If you are using lures, you will miss more than you hook. Be patient and VERY attentive to any sign of a hit
6: FISH SLOWLY !!! Tilapia will not chase a bait, and too much action deters them from hitting. If you are moving your lure at all, you are almost fishing too fast. Try sticking the rod in a holder if you can't help moving it.
7: bring a net. Tilapia go nuts when you get their heads out of water and you risk losing them during the landing process
8: WATCH THEIR D@MN DORSAL SPINES !!! I have puncture wounds all over my hands
Chris
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