The Chain Pickerel is long, slender fish with a large duckbill shaped mouth full of needle sharp teeth. They have green sides with prominent chain-like markings and a dark tear drop marking under the eye.
Habitat & Range
Chain Pickerel prefer shallow and weedy waters where they hunt for small fishes and frogs.
Where to Fishing
Statewide
Frequently Asked Questions
Fishing Tips
Chain Pickerel are caught on lures that imitate fish, frogs, crayfish, and worms. Popular lures include spinnerbaits, in-line spinners, plastic worms, jigs, and topwater lures. Large minnows and golden shiners are favorite live baits.
