If you have seen a few previous posts of mine, you know that I am starting to learn how to fish as a hobby. This information will come from a USA-centric point of view but I hope it may have value for others.
A part of this hobby is learning not only the techniques and tricks but learn about the fish themselves. A common term that I have been hearing is that of "pan fish". Join me in learning more!
The term Panfish is used to describe an edible freshwater fish that does not outgrow the size of a cooking pan. Some common species that are considered panfish include bluegill, sunfish, perch, bullhead and crappie.
Panfish are recommended to be fished with ultralight/light fishing gear up to 6-8lb line. Panfish are great beginner friendly fish to target as a variety of lures/hooks can be utilized to catch them. Panfish are generally readily available in numerous different locations.
Target hook size: 4,6,8, 10
Target jig size: 1/16 oz. and 1/32 oz.
