Eagle Claw · Bait Nets & Traps
Eagle Claw Minnow Trap, 9 in x 16.5 in
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- Item weight
- 1.4 Pounds
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Metal minnow trap for capturing your own live bait from ponds, streams and lakes.
This Eagle Claw minnow trap is a black metal wire trap that lets you gather your own bait ahead of a fishing trip. It is built from two halves joined by a clip, with cone-shaped entrances that guide minnows inside. The halves nest together when you pack it away, and it weighs about 1.4 pounds.
Best for
- Collecting shiners and minnows from open water
- Bass and pike fishing with live bait
- Saltwater bait collection
Skip if
- You fish very small streams where the trap won't fit
- You need a quick solution without setting a trap overnight
Strengths
- Proven trap design widely used for decades
- Metal construction withstands rocks and snags
- Funnels keep trapped minnows safe until you retrieve
Trade-offs
- Requires overnight setting to accumulate bait
- Takes space in a boat or pack
- Minnows must be kept alive in water during transport
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Live bait
Specifications
| Type | minnow trap |
|---|---|
| Material | Metal |
| Weight | 1.4 lbs |
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