Animals & Science

The mole crab, more commonly known as the sand flea, is a type of burrowing crustacean found in both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. The crabs can be used to catch natural predators such as black...

Fishermen often bait their hooks with nightcrawlers, or Lumbricus terrestris. These large earthworms can grow to 10 inches long. Children who fish often use smaller, young nightcrawlers, called...

Killies, commonly known as Minnow fish, can be used as bait to catch larger fish such as trout or salmon. Some people even catch killies and keep them as pets. Whatever the reasons for wanting...

Plastic fishing worms are a useful addition to your tackle box. These worms vary in appearance from realistic-looking night crawlers to fluorescent colored worms with sparkly glitter. Regardless...

Crappie are a popular freshwater game fish. Members of the sunfish family. they are widely known for being easy to catch and are considered one of the best-tasting freshwater fish.

Crawfish (or crayfish) resemble small lobsters. Crawfish are found in freshwater bodies like ponds and lakes, particularly in Louisiana and Arizona. They make for a delicious snack and are even...

Ants are social, industrious insects that possess a knack for seeking out the most beneficial living conditions for a thriving colony. Unfortunately, this means a host of problems for humans: Ants...

Weasels are carnivorous mammals with long, sleek bodies and short legs. They can grow up to 16 inches long and are found throughout North America---more specifically, they are often found in and...

Long-line fishing is a technique used by commercial fishing boats consisting of a main fishing line up to 60 miles long, with many smaller, branching lines with sharp, baited hooks. Their targets...

Catfish are known for liking strong, pungent-smelling food. A common joke is that the worse your bait smells, the more likely it is that you'll catch a big catfish. While there have been no...

People who are passionate about fishing will likely end up spending a lot of money on bait. Many fishers are unaware that they can make high-quality bait for very little money. The bait can be...

If you have a bobcat hanging around your property, you had better make sure your animals are safe and any poultry pens are closed tight. Bobcats can easily jump a 6-foot fence and are very good...

A would-be small animal trapper has many choices. Three simple ones are a box with a one-way flap, a hole and a snare. For the box, put bait inside and have the flap open inward but not outward. A...

Wanna catch big catfish? Here is the best technique to catch monster cats in your local pond, lake, or river. Keep in mind though the river is going to produce the largest fish because a fish will...

Tired of those pesky raccoons raiding your trash and garden? Or the squirrels making your attic their personal Pandemonium? The basic animal trap could be useful in these occasions and could save...

Are you planning on Fishing in Idaho? If so, I guarantee this article will help you catch and land fish!

It's frustrating to reach for the bait in your bucket and realize it's dead. Keeping your minnows alive is a priority if you want to use live bait. Proper aeration in your bait bucket is...

There are many different types of crab cages, or traps, and they all work in much the same manner to catch a crab. Bait is placed at the bottom of the trap, usually in a "bait bag," which is then...

An armadillo in your yard will make itself known by the path of destruction it wreaks. In the southern United States the armadillo's burrowing habits cause extensive damage to lawns, tree roots...

Fishing for a trout can be a fun activity for the entire family. However coming back home empty handed isn't, so follow these easy steps to increase your chances of catching a trout at your local...

You drop your line into the water, lock the reel, the line goes taut, the sun shines onto the water, and there's nothing but peace and quiet. Fishing is one of the most relaxing; and yet, one of...

In this how-to you will learn how to live catch a pesky raccoon.

Crabbing is a fun and relatively safe activity for the entire family. The blue claw crab is perhaps one of the most popularly sought species of crab. This specific species of crab has an special...

Snapping turtles can become pond pests. They grow quite large, eat fish and may attack ducklings and goslings. Snapping turtles tend to hide in a pond's bottom mud, and they rarely exit water to...

If a dangerous animal enters your area, authorities may not be able to reach you quickly. You should learn how to trap the animal and hold it until help arrives.

Turtles on land and in ponds can be pests when they eat their way through a vegetable garden or devour a stock of fish. Snapping turtles also present a swimming hazard and many wish to remove them...

Useful for halibut bait and occasionally desired as an ethnic food, Octopuses are sometime sought for their own merits. Generally, however, they are accidentally caught in cod fish traps and...

Squid are a delicious seafood (fried calamari is enjoyed by many) and also make excellent bait for other sea creatures. Bait and tackle stores and restaurants alike seek them. The freshest bait...

Alligators, once hunted extensively, became a protected species for a time and re-established their large population. Some states, such as Florida, now have an annual alligator hunt to keep the...