Caught a Bowfin on a Plastic Worm – A Surprising Catch

A Reddit user surprises their coworkers by catching a bowfin on a plastic worm using a cheap Walmart rod and reel. Read on to learn more!

Summary

  • The user shocked their coworkers with a bowfin catch on a plastic worm.
  • Despite initial uncertainty, the Google image search helped identify the fish.
  • Not having a net led to the fish being on the ground during the catch.

Comments

CrownoZero shared that bowfin have a high level of toughness, making handling them an unforgettable experience.

Accomplished_Air_835 noticed the hook being bent and pointed it out in a humorous manner.

Funkymouthmusic1169 mentioned their own experience catching bowfin with cut-up bluegills, adding a twist to the fishing strategy.