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Nightcrawler
aka nightcrawlers · crawler · crawlers · earthworm · worm
nose-hooked or threaded and slowly worked on the bottom near cover; year-round producer — the year-round live-bait default
Conditions
| Style | bait · mid |
|---|---|
| Light | moderate day, bright day, dusk/dawn, golden, night |
| Wind | glass, chop |
| Water | 45–85 °F |
Sources
cited Iowa DNR — Largemouth bass — source · verified by sean
“They gladly take nightcrawlers throughout the year.” — Iowa DNR — Largemouth bass (checked 2026-09-19)
“Always keep natural bait active and moving.” — Iowa DNR — Largemouth bass (checked 2026-09-19)
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