Freshwater
Northern Pike
Esox lucius
Hebrew name: צוקן צפוני
- Peak season
- Fall and early Spring
- Length range
- 40–130 cm
- Weight range
- 0.5–20 kg
- Typical depth
- 0–10 m
Habitat
Weedy lakes, rivers, and backwaters. Lurks in ambush near weed edges, reed beds, and submerged timber.
Behavior
Apex ambush predator that strikes with explosive speed. Feeds on fish, frogs, and even waterfowl.
Best techniques
- Large spinnerbaits
- Jerkbaits
- Dead bait under float
- Trolling with large crankbaits
