Freshwater Lure Guide
Nightcrawler / Worm
Category: live baitBest temp: 45–80°FBest seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
About the Nightcrawler / Worm
The classic. A nightcrawler catches more fish than possibly any other bait ever conceived. Every species eats worms — catfish, bass, trout, panfish, perch, walleye. Available at every gas station and tackle shop. The starting point for every angler's career.
Best Conditions
Water Temp
45–80°F
Best Seasons
Spring, Summer, Fall
Water Clarity
clear, stained, murky
Best Weather
any — especially after rain
Color Guide
Natural
Universal
Target Species
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