Sight never seen before on a lake, have any of you folks come across this?
California Fishing
Apr 22, 2023 11:25:17 #
While fishing Skinner yesterday, was coming around this point in about 4-10 feet of water with somewhat of a rocky bottom. Had a nice bass follow my bait all the way to the boat. Couple of minutes later, we look down and see about 10-15 fish swimming rapidly in a very tight circle (maybe 2' across). Then quite a few times anywhere from 4-8 doing the same. These fish were in the 2-5lb range. Did land my big fish of the day there with a drop shot. W
Apr 22, 2023 12:35:35 #
OldBassGuy wrote:
While fishing Skinner yesterday, was coming around this point in about 4-10 feet of water with somewhat of a rocky bottom. Had a nice bass follow my bait all the way to the boat. Couple of minutes later, we look down and see about 10-15 fish swimming rapidly in a very tight circle (maybe 2' across). Then quite a few times anywhere from 4-8 doing the same. These fish were in the 2-5lb range. Did land my big fish of the day there with a drop shot. W
Did they have some baitfish, or Crayfish corralled in their circle Garey? I've seen saltwater fish do that, but on a bigger scale.
Apr 22, 2023 12:48:49 #
Apr 22, 2023 12:58:43 #
Fredfish wrote:
Did they have some baitfish, or Crayfish corralled in their circle Garey? I've seen saltwater fish do that, but on a bigger scale.
Saw no baitfish in the area at all.
Apr 22, 2023 13:00:58 #
Apr 22, 2023 13:03:07 #
OldBassGuy wrote:
While fishing Skinner yesterday, was coming around this point in about 4-10 feet of water with somewhat of a rocky bottom. Had a nice bass follow my bait all the way to the boat. Couple of minutes later, we look down and see about 10-15 fish swimming rapidly in a very tight circle (maybe 2' across). Then quite a few times anywhere from 4-8 doing the same. These fish were in the 2-5lb range. Did land my big fish of the day there with a drop shot. W
I have seen minnows doing what you mention, but nothing in the keeper range.
Apr 22, 2023 13:05:57 #
plumbob wrote:
I have seen minnows doing what you mention, but nothing in the keeper range.
Was really strange, and I have never seen anything like it. Was fun to watch.
Apr 22, 2023 13:19:39 #
OldBassGuy wrote:
Was really strange, and I have never seen anything like it. Was fun to watch.
I bet it was especially the size you mention. I used to like watching the minnows feed on the fish scraps i would toss over after cleaning. They are entertaining to watch.
Apr 22, 2023 13:33:28 #
Most likely it is the spawning ritual bass engage in prior to depositing fertilized eggs on a bed.
Apr 22, 2023 13:44:20 #
Those were my thoughts exactly; except we did not see any beds. They did it in various spots around us for a good 40 minutes. They did not leave and didn't seem to be bothered by us. Was quite a site to see. I was just wondering if any of the experienced experts hear have ever witnessed it.
Apr 22, 2023 15:25:29 #
OldBassGuy wrote:
Those were my thoughts exactly; except we did not see any beds. They did it in various spots around us for a good 40 minutes. They did not leave and didn't seem to be bothered by us. Was quite a site to see. I was just wondering if any of the experienced experts hear have ever witnessed it.
Definitely agree with NoCal Steve. I believe it is related to them spawning. Won't be long till you see them on their beds in the same area.
Apr 22, 2023 15:33:58 #
saw1 wrote:
Definitely agree with NoCal Steve. I believe it is related to them spawning. Won't be long till you see them on their beds in the same area.
Wish I could have been able to get a video, but there was too much glare.
Apr 22, 2023 15:41:42 #
OldBassGuy wrote:
Wish I could have been able to get a video, but there was too much glare.
Yeah, too bad.
I'd go back to that area and check it out in a few days.
Apr 22, 2023 15:43:17 #
Apr 22, 2023 18:56:43 #
OldBassGuy wrote:
Going to be my first stop on my next trip.
Aren’t you glad we don’t have to do that like the fish do?
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