How to Micro Fish | How to catch Minnows using Mini Fishing Pole

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Darn sorry for that typo at 3:57 lol. Also here's a link to Tenkarabum.com

[@carvedwood1953]

You seem like a pretty young guy still. As an old man, well middle aged, I wanted to thank you for putting this video out there. Really great job. I just started microfishing and this is the best tutorial out there. You have me super stoked to start a new hobby, and I have been fishing my entire life. You clearly love fishing but if nobody has told you, you are great at teaching and video production as well. Keep up the good work. Tight lines!

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Thank you, I really appreciate it

[@jackpreston8762]

I've been fishing for over 60 years, and have recently moved house to somewhere where there is not much in the way of conventional fishing. You have inspired me to have a go at microfishing. Thanks for your video, cheers!

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad it helped! Hope it went well

[@alexsummersell3567]

Scripted was fine. You went through a lot of information and it was presented very well. I know you made this video over 3 years ago but well done.

[@gagerob5430]

i'm buying the tank and both sized hooks. Ever since i heard of micro fishing, i was immediately hooked, (pun intended) since i always enjoyed pan fishing more than any other kinds of fishing. Thanks for the help!

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad the video helped and tight lines!

[@Declan1205]

Never knew micro fishing was a thing until I saw a guy at a local pond using a micro set up fishing rod catching a tiny minnow. Then later using minnow as live fish catching for largemouth bass. He wasnt putting back on bait on the hook. Must be the same hook youre talking about on this vid.

[@youngboisam_yt6384]

I like to micro fish, but i hate it when boomers come up to you and say: “tHaT aInT rEaL fIsHiN bOy”

[@EBspeciesfishing]

😂 yep!

[@aleckrug1554]

Arthur Morgan voice. You ever catch a 40lb flathead boy? A fish like that will put some hair on your chest.

[@aleckrug1554]

Youngins like to fish for little fish. Seems true anywhere in the world. When you grow up you'll be fishing for big fish. Don't worry. You'll get there lol

[@cameronfogg8326]

I've caught 100+ pound halibut, but i prefer microfishing. Most of those boomers have never landed anything more than a LMB, fuck em

[@EBspeciesfishing]

@alec krug Everyone has their own preferences. To be clear, we don't micro fish because we like catching small fish, necessarily. Most people that take micro fishing on to adulthood do it because they are interested in fish biodiversity and they have a species list. It just so happens that roughly 75% of all freshwater fish species in North America don't grow above 6 inches in length, so people trying to catch new species of fish for their lifelist have to do a lot of micro fishing to have a large species list. Between a 40 pound flathead and a tiny fish I have already caught? Flathead all day. 40lb flathead vs a rare micro fish species that is almost impossible to catch on hook and line and requires extensive research, time in the field, and patience to catch? Micros all day.

[@charliesebbage9401]

Great video mate, those Kanawha Sculpins look just like our fresh water Bullhead!

[@jennamorency6209]

I've always loved 4 lb line because of the casting ability. Great video!

[@travistaylor3186]

Excellent video. Never heard of microfishing before. Made me order a rod and tanago rigs to try it out.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad to hear! Would love to know how it goes!

[@teamcramerfishing8441]

Great job with this video, Evan. You really nailed it.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Thanks, It took several attempts and about 5 hours on this attempt, but I am really happy with how this video turned out as well. :)

[@RustyHook-gf2su]

You have such great content...every video you make is amazing...keep them coming please!!! 🎣🎣🎣

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Thank you, new vids should be coming soon!

[@ram_bam]

Very well done video! Thank you for introducing me to this new style of fishing.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@random40s]

This is an awesome video full of a LOT of good information. Very well done, and quite educational about the hobby. Thank you for your time in putting this out, and going the extra mile with the research, and information about where to get the gear used. Huge thumbs up 👍👍

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Well, I am glad the video did it's job, which is to inform the public of the beautiful form of species fishing and share my knowledge of it to others. It is these comments that make my day. Thank you for the very kind comment, good luck with your micro fishing, and have a wonderful day! :)

[@JasonKlepacz]

Growing up I had a creek behind my house that would run dry in the summer. I wish I had known about this to fish the small ponds that formed. They were always full of little babies

[@nkrfishingandoutdoors2007]

Ty so much for the tips I’m goin Saturday and fishing at a culvert and saw many types of shiners and stonerollers and more

[@EBspeciesfishing]

The how to microfish video I showed you should give you all the basic tips and techniques you need to start microfishing. Get out there and catch some! :)

[@nkrfishingandoutdoors2007]

Thanks dude I hope the size 12 hook will work!

[@lifeinajar8280]

W hat telescopic rod do you display in the video, as I can't find any like that on ebay.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

There are a lot of variants on these telescopic rods so you don't really need to get something exactly like mine. As long as it does the job the model shouldn't really matter. Here's a few I found on aliexpress that I would consider buying: www.aliexpress.com/item/33039069849.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.17bfcd76wO8Buq&algo_pvid=88683654-eb5b-477a-9499-4322b6f88ed8&algo_expid=88683654-eb5b-477a-9499-4322b6f88ed8-52&btsid=0be3746c15951021022726106e9911&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_ www.aliexpress.com/item/4000711112470.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.17bfcd76wO8Buq&algo_pvid=88683654-eb5b-477a-9499-4322b6f88ed8&algo_expid=88683654-eb5b-477a-9499-4322b6f88ed8-22&btsid=0be3746c15951021022726106e9911&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_ www.aliexpress.com/item/4001145336786.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.17bfcd76wO8Buq&algo_pvid=88683654-eb5b-477a-9499-4322b6f88ed8&algo_expid=88683654-eb5b-477a-9499-4322b6f88ed8-7&btsid=0be3746c15951021022726106e9911&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_ Would reccomend 3 to 3.6 meter lengths

[@lifeinajar8280]

Is vershinki another name for the lilian

[@matthewprior3762]

This was a very thorough and professional video. You are a very talented young man with a bright future. 😎

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Thanks! Glad you like the content! :)

[@AzAsrFishing]

Thanks for the tips bro..

[@CharlestonAdventures]

This video was fantastic I learned soooo much!!!! Thank you!!!!

[@nicholaslutz4]

I stumbled across this hobby recently and this is probably the best explanation video of how to start. Thank you so much! I have a new hobby for outdoors now

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad it was helpful! Hope you enjoy it!

[@yuri-144]

I bought a telescopic rod am I able to just attach fishing line to the Lilian or do I need anything else

[@aurielperez]

Great video

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Thanks!

[@lifeinajar8280]

Can you make a more detaile way to attach tanago hooks, as I couldn't understand how to attach a tanago to an ultralight.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

I am sorry for the confusion. Here is an explanation. There are two ways we can attach a tanago hook to your ultralight 1. The Simple approach: We can simply connect the line on the tanago hook directly to the line on your ultralight without the braid loop I talked about in the video. You can do this with any line connecting knot like a blood knot or double uni knot. However, the disadvantage of this approach is that you have to take the old rig off your ultralight whenever you want to switch to a tanago. The solution to this is... 2. The Loop approach: This is the method I described in this video and what I recommend. It uses the principle of the loop to loop connection, that is used in other parts of fishing. I made a video explaining it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4WQoZSrfsegd6c If you need more clarification, feel free to ask again and I can give some more examples. I hope this helps and have a great day! :)

[@lifeinajar8280]

Thanks, I can now start a new series for my channel to help it grow.

[@killinqsworth1156]

The tanago hooks might be the key for me to stop catching only sunfish and bluegill lol. Never heard of them until now

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Definitely a good choice for micro fishing, there really isn't anything like them out there!

[@killinqsworth1156]

John & Evan's Fishing Adventures I caught a logperch darter before I even knew about micro fishing and I had no idea what I was looking at

[@nkrfishingandoutdoors2007]

Are size 12 hooks okay to use to catch a lot of micro fish and where can I get some smaller I don’t know what to do on Tenkara bum got any alternatives?

[@EBspeciesfishing]

They also sell tanagos hooks on amazon. If you are looking for a more local alternative, you can also go to a bass pro shops or some equivalent store that sells fly tying hooks. Get some fly tying hooks in size 20-30 (preferably close to 30). That should be a decent alternative to tanagos

[@nkrfishingandoutdoors2007]

Ok ty dude

[@martinfisher7193]

Excellent video!

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Thanks!

[@elizabethulrich3813]

where did you get a photo tank for the fish? I saw in one video you had a really nice one with a little ruler at the bottom to check the length of the fish, do you recall where you bought that one? also such awesome videos, you've got some of the best micro fishing videos I've seen and you really helped me learn a lot!! I recently took an Ichthyology class in college and I have got to say my interest is peaked right now with darters and all of the other micro fish, I envy your catches dude! just got my first micro fishing rod rigged up for this weekend, so excited!! also love your excitement over your catches haha gets me excited watching the video!!

[@EBspeciesfishing]

First of all, I am very happy that you got into micro fishing and ichthyology and wish you the best of luck! As for the photo tank, I found it on eBay. It was a tanago photo tank from japan and I got the last one. Unfortunately, I haven't seen any more for sale. However, there are a few alternatives. For one, you can actually make one using acrylic and caulk which could be a good option. For store-bought options, the ones I know of are from the nature conservatory (which are very expensive but have rulers), tenkarabum's smaller tank, or things like an ant farm, and a glass or acrylic box. Good luck with your micro fishing and Ichthyology, tight lines, and full photo tanks! :)

[@jorgeisaacrodriguez5467]

Execelente información!!

[@fishguy9704]

Have you ever used nikko baits?

[@EBspeciesfishing]

John has some, I don't think he uses them a whole lot, mainly because the color changed from natural to purple for some reason. They look like good baits to me, but will probably try some other brands as well.

[@jesseflint8320]

what is that telescopic pen pole at the beginning? i can’t find one anywhere

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Here are a few: Ebay: www.ebay.com/itm/Fishing-Rod-3-6-7-2m-Pole-Fiberglass-Ultra-Light-Telescopic-Carp-Outdoor-Tackle/133655587356?hash=item1f1e7e6a1c%3Ag%3ABGgAAOSwPpJgG2Fg&LH_BIN=1 Aliexpress (Cheaper):www.aliexpress.com/item/4001145336786.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.2a20f396thNSjm&algo_pvid=9616786c-9752-489e-b28e-17b2e799fe06&algo_expid=9616786c-9752-489e-b28e-17b2e799fe06-30&btsid=0b0a556f16179257303265508e4d9b&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_ Another Aliexpress: www.aliexpress.com/item/4000406428952.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.2a20f396thNSjm&algo_pvid=9616786c-9752-489e-b28e-17b2e799fe06&algo_expid=9616786c-9752-489e-b28e-17b2e799fe06-26&btsid=0b0a556f16179257303265508e4d9b&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_,searchweb201603_ I recommend 2.7-3.6m lengths

[@jesseflint8320]

@@EBspeciesfishing thanks so much for your reply! i fish for minnows in the brook behind my house and catch very pretty blacknose dace. your channel inspires me!

[@justincammidge]

Awesome video

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Thank you, I am am glad you liked it! :)

[@Paddyman8869]

You should check out course fishing

[@darkinertia2]

whatsthe name of that telescopic rod?

[@EBspeciesfishing]

They don't really have specific names but the one I use can be found by going on amazon, aliexpress, or eBay and searching using keywords like, "carp fishing pole" or "tenkara rod"(this one is best used on amazon and you are looking for the ultra-cheap ones) After a bit of searching you be able to find something that works. After all, the only criteria you need is a lightweight, long rod that is preferably compact which almost all of them are. Good question and tight lines man!

[@bobbysaldana1785]

Excellent video

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Thanks, I always appreciate positive support

[@bobbysaldana1785]

👍👍

[@Lipton1ce]

nice video, good content 👍🏻

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@benp1310]

You should make a video about what rigs and bait to use.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

For micro fishing or just regular fishing?

[@benp1310]

@@EBspeciesfishing micro fishing. I did my research but couldn't seem to find any vids about rigs.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

@@benp1310 I talked about this in the video. All you usually use is a split shot rig of various sizes and just adjust different parts of the rig for different effects.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

@@benp1310 6.07 in the video should tell you

[@benp1310]

@@EBspeciesfishing OK thanks 👍🎣🐟

[@tinaleerz3386]

👍

[@SuperBaconFishing]

The micro fishing here in Orange County, CA requires Size 24 HOOKS! 22 if your feeling dangerous, and not too anxious to catch, we have Arroyo Chubs, little squirts, compared to most states, "most" are 3 inches and under, you can get those hooks on Ebay, I will never find them in a store, fly fishing is not common here.

[@adamcleghorne9059]

If you want to get some cheaper stuff and better gear look into uk pole rigs and pre tied hooks the floats are made to show the smallest movements and the hooks get so small you could mistake it for an eyelash. I catch stickleback and minnows between 1-2 inches on my local river using maggots or a bit of unfrozen shrimp i pinched off with my nails so i bet you would have a good time on the real light stuff

[@justdejv2946]

15k views lets gooo

[@PeelingLine]

Great video. Got a link for that telescopic rod?

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Sadly no, but if you go ebay or aliexpress and type in something along the lines of "telescopic carp fishing pole" You should get tons of different options. Just make sure you look into the specifications before you buy one so that it is the right size and weight. Hope this helped!

[@PeelingLine]

@@EBspeciesfishing I looked on tenkarabum and they aren't cheap. They look really nice though.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

@@PeelingLine They are definitely very nice rods!

[@ohioboyfishin5939]

Awesome I use ultimate hooks please do more carp videos

[@EBspeciesfishing]

I will definitely do some carp videos eventually, ecpecially since I do know that there are some 30's in nearby lakes. However, right now I am mostly focused on trying to catch as many new species as I can before winter comes. But once I catch most of the species in my area and when it hits winter more sprot fishing and carp fishing should be coming.

[@ohioboyfishin5939]

@@EBspeciesfishing awesome you got me into micro fishing

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Thats awesome! Good to see more people getting into this hobby!

[@ohioboyfishin5939]

@@EBspeciesfishing yeah I'm in Ohio it's hot and a drout all of the creeks are dried up sow no micro fishing

[@EBspeciesfishing]

@@ohioboyfishin5939 Dang, sorry to hear that, I didn't know it was that bad over there!

[@flyguy4515]

Gamakatzu c12 bm. Sz 30.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Just looked at them and those look like good micro hooks! Maybe not as small as a tanago, but they definitely have their purpose.

[@flyguy4515]

@@EBspeciesfishing yup. Tanagos are ridiculously small lol. But i fly fish. So these are my midge hooks😂

[@flyguy4515]

@@EBspeciesfishing 24 inch trout will bite and get pulled in by these hooks. Super strong. Sometimes trout will only eat the insect floating by... That bug might be supppper tiny, like a 30

[@ZAClimbingNoutdoors]

Yep, I fish for big fish all the time, and I’m 12. But on the one occasion I do micro-fish, I get a boomer appear out of nowhere and say Oi, ThAt AiNt ReAl FiShInG, wHaT aRe YoU eXpEcTiNg To CaTcH, a MiNnOw? And I just say, yes, actually!

[@EBspeciesfishing]

That's hilarious. I guess different strokes for different folks lol. You know I don't think I have yet to have an encounter like that yet. Maybe one day haha.

[@Goober523]

Need another vid pleas

[@EBspeciesfishing]

don't worry a new vid will be coming in time for chistmas with fishing included!

[@Goober523]

@@EBspeciesfishing what if you could try micro fishing WITH minnows

[@EBspeciesfishing]

@@Goober523 that is a good idea! I have caught small bluegill on mosquitofish. However I am not sure if I will be able to do this any time soon. Most ultra tiny micro have hunkered down for the winter but I will see.

[@Goober523]

@@EBspeciesfishing well this time of the year is when the spotailed shiners in my creek come out and I catch them same with blunt nose minnows

[@EBspeciesfishing]

@@Goober523 back in Indiana I wasn't finding any micros but I am not sure what it will be like here in Virginia. I will have to see...

[@level7pg3d94]

I normally use crappie grubs and jig heads. I tried this and it is great. Thanks and tight lines!

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad it helped! Have a wonderful day!

[@lathandeyoung8886]

Great video

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Thank you!

[@benp1310]

👍

[@EBspeciesfishing]

:)

[@benp1310]

@@EBspeciesfishing :) I hope your vids help me on my first micro fishing trip next week.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

@@benp1310 Good luck!

[@benp1310]

@@EBspeciesfishingthanks

[@B.c._angler]

awesome video! just used a tanago for the first time the other day and immediately caught a new lifer! thanks for the tips

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Awesome! Glad the video helped!

[@truly_sloth3237]

Got to admit man, great video and channel!! I've microfished for a while, but wanted to get a bit further into it, and this video was a large help. you definitely have earned another subscriber, and deserve may more.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad the video helped!

[@Flowerofliifee]

Bro omg I honestly see them lil tiny fishes and I always wonder if I can ever fish them out ahahaha

[@level7pg3d94]

Have you tried netting?

[@amonGustavo07]

Q Zrex that’s pointless

[@vikingoutdoor3179]

Really needed these micro fishing tips thanks alot! Can't wait to see just how small of a fish I can catch!

[@Sinister_Gloom]

Избыточное оборудование для микрофишинга. Спиннинг, катушка и прочее. Такого размера рыба ловится не менее удачно и короткой маховой удочкой, 1,5 метра длиной. Вот, удочка с Али Экспресс, у автора, правильная👍

[@baileylawrence3444]

All ways enjoy your videos been watching for the last 3 years and have seen every video

[@EBspeciesfishing]

I appreciate the support man. Just one question, how did you get access to this video? As I was writing this I was going to make the video public when it should have been unlisted. I have had this happen in the past and don't know how it occurs.

[@baileylawrence3444]

I have subscribed and have the bell on so I don't miss any videos

[@EBspeciesfishing]

@@baileylawrence3444 I just never knew that sent notifications for unlisted videos. Either way, I do really appreciate the support!

[@johnradice4235]

Very informative thank you

[@randomnessx3597]

invizx is the line i use

[@komonoturi]

‼️👍👍👍

[@thataustralian4078]

im in australia i have tried dipnet micro fishing and have caught hardy heads and gobys but can i add 4 lb line onto my 6 lb line rod?

[@EBspeciesfishing]

For sure

[@tmonz]

Just what I was looking for, an awesome video with great information to get started in micro fishing.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad to hear it! :)

[@larzhillbot1443]

9.05

[@ludokerfluffle6232]

9:43 whats that fish the female with bluish shine?

[@EBspeciesfishing]

That's an eastern mosquitofish

[@lretxxz]

Dude I’m trice your age and this was very informative. Rad!

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@flyguy4515]

Lol. Age means nothing.

[@Chupamaster]

Perfect video im looking for ❤

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad it helped :D

[@shanelowe3902]

Excellent video. Thank you for putting this together!

[@LlfebytheBay]

Very detailed

[@stanwright8583]

Excellent video... you'er a great teacher. All instructional videos should be this good. Aloha, Tight Lines.

[@EBspeciesfishing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stanwright8583]

@@EBspeciesfishing This is the kind of information we try to teach in our BSA Certified Angling Instructor classes. We are training adults and older scouts to help and teach younger scouts to fish. Micro fishing opens a whole new world of fishing opportunity for kids and their family. Yours is a KZbin video I will recommend for everyone taking the Fishing Merit Badge... to not only expand their fishing options, but it's a great "what do I need to catch fish and how do I use it". Did you really script the video??? Fooled me. I recommend this video for the kids taking the Movie Making merit badge too. :). (I have, and use, all the types of tackle you mention... I even have the same book.). LOL

[@isaacoutdoors2294]

Would a sensitive ice fishing rod work?

[@EBspeciesfishing]

For the larger micros like chubs and panfish, an ice fishing rod could work. However, fishing with tanago hooks wouldn't be a good idea. You really need a long lightweight rod in order to get a tanago hook in front of a tiny fish. However, there is an exception. If you are able to get close to the fish (like snorkeling or swimming) a short rod can be used to catch them. Here's a link to someone I know who is alot more skilled at snorkel fishing than me that makes great content: kzbin.info/door/LiUzqw184OfZ-VzeKYSYJA So unless you are able to snorkel fish, I would use a long telescopic rod or long ultralight rod instead. Good question and tight lines! :)