Freshwater fish species can be found in freshwater sources such as rivers, ponds, lakes, and wetlands. Freshwater anglers should become familiar with the life cycles and dietary habits of these species in order to improve their odds. For example, salmon return from the ocean to their freshwater habitat between early spring and early fall. Further, shallow water will attract different species than deeper areas at different times of the day.
Additionally, freshwater fish are highly sensitive to temperature and tend to congregate in cooler areas of water, such as streams that carry water in and out of lakes. Freshwater fishing is also more productive when set up near important food sources. Larger freshwater fish varieties eat smaller fish, which feed off moss. Anglers are more likely to catch fish near areas full of plant life or fallen logs.
