Yellow Bullhead
Ameiurus natalis
Similar to brown bullhead but with light chin barbels, yellow bullheads are common in southern Michigan lakes and ponds. Tolerant of warm, oxygen-poor water.
Seasonal Activity
Jan
Slow
Feb
Slow
Mar
Slow
Apr
Good
May
Prime
Jun
Prime
Jul
Prime
Aug
Prime
Sep
Good
Oct
Good
Nov
Slow
Dec
Slow
Best Techniques
- bottom fishing
- bobber-and-worm
- still fishing
Top Baits
- worms
- cut bait
- chicken liver
- shrimp
State record: 3.28 lb, 1999, Nepessing Lake