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[monsterfishkeeper]

does anyone know how to keep shad and herring or other northeast native baitfish alive in captivity. links or suggestions.

 

[sandtiger]

It depends on the species. Shad and herring are a bit more difficult while minnow species such as fatheads and golden shiners do just fine.

 

[guppy]

I voted, now what was the question?

 

[rallysman]

I voted, now what was the question?

 

[guppy]

Actually both shad and herring are hard to keep, several other baitfish are great.

 

[toxicfish]

shad and herring are bait not pets.... lol

 

[sandtiger]

Some shad and herring species can also grow over a foot long.

 

[monsterfishkeeper]

any baitfish info that are from the northeast or around new jersey. links, info, suggestions, ect.

 

[sandtiger]

There are literally hundreds of species of minnows and other nongame species. Some are tiny and some grow over a foot.

Check out these sites for species specific info.

This link is for NY species but most of these can be found in NJ as well.
http://www.dnr.cornell.edu/ext/fish/nyfish/fish.html

You can also check out the NJDEP site.
http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/

 

[cougar579]

Cold water by means with a chiller and lots and lots of oxygen. Did I mention oxygen....current would be a bonus.