Sauger

This is the Wiki page for the Sauger found in Golden Ridge Reserve.

Description

The Sauger is a freshwater fish that resembles its close relative, the Walleye. The typical Sauger is 11-14oz (0.3-0.4kg) in weight.

Saugers require warmer summer water temperatures of 68-83°F (20-28°C). Their need for warm water is thought to affect the northern and western boundaries of their range.

Saugers feed on a variety of invertebrates and small fishes depending on the time of year and size of the Sauger. The Channel Catfish is a classic prey of the Sauger.

Saugers are more likely to be found in large rivers with deep pools. They encounter a variety of habitats because of their migratory tendencies.

Summary

Habitats

Sauger can be found in Shallow Pond, Lake Shore, Upriver, and River Wetland.

Bait & Lure Preferences

Redworm, Leeches, Minnow, Tube, Grub, Jerkbait, Worm, Crankbait, can be used to lure and catch Sauger in COTW the Angler.

Traits

The Sauger has the following traits:

  • Aggressive:

    Goes directly for a strike without nibbling.

  • Bottom Lurker:

    Prefers swimming closer to the bottom.

  • Hard Fighter:

    Tries its best to get off the hook.

  • Night Owl:

    More active at night.

Tips for catching Sauger

Preferred Bait

The Sauger preferes Redworm as bait. If you use Redworm you have the best chance of cathing a Sauger.

Time of Day

The best time for catching a Sauger is during Nighttime.

Ranks & Hook Sizes

RankHook Size
👶Juvenile (0.055-0.3kg)10 and 9
🥉Bronze (0.3-0.6kg)8 and 7
🥈Silver (0.6-1.5kg)6
🥇Gold (1.5-2.2kg)5
💎Diamond (2.2-3.1kg)4