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Question:
Types of Menhaden Fish Attractants for Fishing
Answer:
Did you know there are many types of menhaden fish oil for fishing? Each type of menhaden fish attractant has its own unique properties that are used in various situations. None of the types are better than the other, all work to attract fish, it is in the application of the product that diferentiates them. The chart below should help you decide which menhaden oil to purchase.
Types of Menhaden Fish Attractants for Fishing
| Oil Type | Refined | Crude / Non-Filtered | Milk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Cold pressed with all solids (scales, tissue, etc) removed resulting in a clear yellow oil | Processed to remove most solids, has from 20% to 50% milky texture that separates from oil; shake bottle to create a cloudy oil | Cold pressed emulsified menhaden oil that is white and milky |
| Characteristics | Lighter than water so floats on the surface creating an oil slick attracting top water species | When shaken then disbursed, the oil will create a slick on the surface. Because it has bits of solids in it, some crude oil will drift into the water column. The slightly cloudy slick is said to create a camouflage allowing you to cast or throw a cast net undetected. | Slowly drifts down into the water column. If disbursed into the lower water column, the milk will stay there and attract species from the depths. The milky cloud is a good camouflage for casting and throwing cast nets. |
| How to dispense | Pour from bottle into water, soak lures, or dispense using a drip dispenser or drip bag | Pour from bottle into water, soak lures or mix in with fish chum. Due to presence of solids, drippers and dispensers can get clogged and are not recommended. | Pour from bottle into water, soak lures, or dispense using a drip dispenser or drip bag. Use a downrigger or heavy weight to drop dispensers to desired depths. |
| Use with drip dispensers | Yes | No | Yes |
| Soak lures and sabiki rigs | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Add to fish chum mix | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Other Properties | No refrigeration necessary, long shelf life, not for human consumption | No refrigeration necessary, long shelf life, not for human consumption | Keep out of direct sunlight, milk will oxidize to a dark brown color which does NOT affect the effectiveness. No refrigeration necessary, long shelf life, not for human consumption |
| Brands | Voodoo Oil | Voodoo Milk |
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