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During the cold season, most anglers head to nearby bodies of water to catch various species of fish. In Siberian rivers, burbot and sterlet are most often hunted in winter. But whether they can be caught with a set line is a pressing question.
We previously mentioned that fishing with this type of tackle is only permitted in designated areas. To fish for sterlet or burbot, you must have the appropriate permit.
I'd like to answer the question posed above right away. Yes, you can successfully fish for both cod and sturgeon using longlines. You just need to know how to rig your fishing tackle and choose a good fishing spot.
Equipment for a set line for hunting sterlet and burbot:
This gear must be equipped according to the following parameters:
· The length of the line may vary slightly, and many experienced fishermen recommend taking lines 15-25 meters long, depending on the body of water.
· Don't forget that such fishing tackle can have no more than 10 hooks (by law). However, the optimal number is considered to be 5-7 size 12 hooks. This depends on the size of the sterlet and burbot found in a particular body of water.
Small fish are excellent bait. The key is to keep them nimble and active. You can also bring worms. In winter, the fish won't disdain them either.
· Artificial baits for winter hunting of burbot or sterlet are used very rarely, so it is not worth taking them on a fishing trip.
It is with this kind of equipment that a net should be used for catching the fish listed above.
How to hunt sterlet?
During the cold season, sterlet often inhabits shallow waters. Therefore, when targeting this noble, royal fish, it's essential to set a longline with a medium or overhead rig.
To properly set the line, the angler will have to drill in several places. After that, the line is lowered into the water and securely fastened to prevent it from being carried away by the current.
Sterlets use worms (dung worms and earthworms) as bait. They're very hungry in winter and won't turn their noses up at either. You can also try bloodworms or maggots; sterlets also respond favorably to these.
It's a good idea to have special bite activators or strong-smelling baits, such as oilcake, cake, etc., on hand. It's worth noting that burbot can also attack the baits listed above, but live bait is better suited for them.
Conclusion
As we can see for ourselves, fish such as sterlet and burbot can be caught in winter using a set line. No special skill is required. The advantages of this tackle have been known for centuries, so the catch can be quite large and substantial.
The main thing is to obey the law and fish only in permitted areas. This will prevent you from regretting the time and money spent on hefty fines.
