Vobla and Astrakhan are closely intertwined words that are probably known to all inveterate fishing enthusiasts. Fishing for roach in Astrakhan in spring is very popular both among local fishing enthusiasts and visiting experienced fishermen and beginners. After all, it is with the arrival of spring that the vobla due to zhora begins to show high activity before the upcoming spawning.
- What kind of fish is this – vobla?
- How to catch a vobla in Astrakhan: tackle, bait
- The use of float equipment
- The use of bottom gear
- Baits and baits
- When does the season of fishing for roach in Astrakhan open?
- What are the prohibitions
- The best recreation centers for fishing roach in Astrakhan
- Recreation center “Vzmorye”
- Recreation center “Ivushka”
- Guest house “Rybka”
- Secrets of Successful Fishing
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What kind of fish is this – vobla?
Most people, hearing the word “vobla” immediately begin to imagine dried fish. In addition, a large number of different types of fish (for example, roach, bream) are often found on the market, which are sold under the guise of roach. In general, this name has the so-called anadromous or semi-anadromous formulation, which means a roach belonging to the carp.
Vobla is the local name for a subspecies of
roach , which is often found in the Volga River basin, as well as in the Caspian. In appearance and shape, it is very similar to freshwater common roach. However, the vobla, which is found on the Volga, has a higher body and larger size. In addition, its coloration and the color of freshwater roach may vary slightly.
The indicator of the body length of this fish can reach 40 cm. Moreover, the maximum weight of this representative of the underwater fauna can vary in the region of 1.5 – 2 kg. It should be noted that this fish appears in the river only during its spawning period and, as a rule, it does not rise upstream. It is almost impossible to meet the Caspian vobla above Volgograd. It is customary to distinguish between several species of this fish, depending on their habitat. Vobla is Azerbaijani, North Caspian, Turkmen.
How to catch a vobla in Astrakhan: tackle, bait
Vobla is known for its commercial value for the fishing industry of the country. Most scientists claim that its population on the Volga is sharply declining. However, during its mass spawning march, it attracts the attention of many fishing enthusiasts. It should be noted that catching such fish is not easy, but at the same time very exciting and interesting activity. During its capture, a variety of tackles and baits can be used. For example, many anglers use float rods, bottom rigs , a
feeder, and even
winter fishing rods to fish a vobla
.
The use of float equipment
The peculiarity of using float equipment, first of all, depends on the conditions of fishing, as well as the skills of the fisherman. To catch this fish from the coastal or coastal line of the river, basically, they use rods for the so-called “blind” rigging. The length of such rods should be 5-6 meters. To make long casts of the bait, it is preferable to use
match rods . It is worth noting that the choice of the equipment used, first of all, depends on the conditions in which the fishing is carried out. In addition, to catch a roach on a float rig, it is necessary to correctly and correctly select a nozzle, as well as bait. 
The use of bottom gear
Bottom tackle, while fishing for roach in Astrakhan, show excellent results at depths of 2-3 meters and more, where fishing with a float rod is problematic. Bottom rods, including such advanced options as a picker and a feeder, are suitable for both experienced anglers and amateurs, beginners who are just starting to learn the basics of fishing.
quivertips ) must be changed, taking into account the weight of the feeder used, as well as the conditions in which fishing is carried out. For a good catch, both plant and animal baits are suitable. Vobla goes well for
maggot ,
worm ,
dough ,
mastic , small
corn , wheat,
pearl barley…
feeder troughs, it is recommended to pay attention to its shape as well as size. For fishing on the current, special feeders with hooks are needed, or heavier than for fishing on backwaters and bays.
Baits and baits
When using bottom, as well as float gear, when fishing for roach, most anglers use traditional, well-known plant and animal type baits. A worm, bloodworm , maggot can act as a catching nozzle
. In addition, to catch this fish with a float rig, you can use a variety of cereals as bait. In the manufacture of bait, various components of animal origin (chopped worm, bloodworm) are often used.
When does the season of fishing for roach in Astrakhan open?
The active fishing season for roach in Astrakhan begins in April. In early April, she prefers to stay in deeper places of the reservoir. For this reason, bottom gear is usually used to catch it. Basically, a rod with a line is used, the length of which does not exceed 50-70 meters. Due to the fact that the movement of the vobla is always observed along the coastal edges and dumps to a depth. For a better result, the tackle is equipped with several hooks (2-3 pcs.). Already in April, on the banks of the river, clusters of fishermen begin to appear, trying to catch a vobla. It is worth noting that often whole families come to Astrakhan for fishing in April. Indeed, to catch a roach, you do not need to have professional skills and acquire specific, expensive equipment. In late April – early May, large schools of migrating fish can be observed in the Astrakhan waters.This period of time is the very “peak” of the vobla’s activity. To catch it at this time of the year, you can safely use both bottom and float equipment. At the peak of activity, when the vobla becomes especially voracious, to catch it, you can use a worm, dough or corn as a bait.
Reference! The peak of the maximum activity of the vobla begins at the moment when the water in the reservoir warms up to a temperature of +10 degrees Celsius. To catch this fish in Astrakhan, it is best to go at the end of March, in the second half of April.
What are the prohibitions
When the water level in the Astrakhan rivers rises, during floods, the vobla begins to actively migrate and move to the floodplains (small spills). It is during this period, when the fish is in the hollows, that it is prohibited to catch it. Officially, the spawning ban on catching aquatic biological resources in Astrakhan lasts from May 16 to June 20 inclusive.
The best recreation centers for fishing roach in Astrakhan
With the arrival of April, the fishing season for roach begins in Astrakhan. It is at this time of the year that a large number of fishermen go to Astrakhan trying to catch a memorable trophy. However, to get a decent result, fishing for a roach can take several days. Some fishing, taking advantage of the moment and the activity of the fish (during the zhora, it bites on almost all the baits and baits), generally stay near the reservoir for a week. Of course, a savage can also go fishing, spending the night in a tent on the shore of the reservoir. However, it is much more convenient, during a fishing trip to Astrakhan, to settle in a specialized recreation center, where for reasonable money you can live in comfortable conditions and enjoy spending time in nature.
Recreation center “Vzmorye”
This base is located in the delta of the Volga River, in the Kamyzyaksky district of the Astrakhan region. Perfect for a comfortable rest and lovers of fishing or hunting. The recreation center is located 90 km from Astrakhan and 10 km from the nearest settlements. Therefore, as a rule, it is chosen by lovers of wild nature untouched by man for a pleasant pastime, unforgettable fishing. In addition to fishing, guests of this recreation center can visit billiards, play table tennis or volleyball on a special sports ground. For couples with children, a children’s pool is provided at the base. In addition, for fans of sports broadcasts, a bar and wi-fi are constantly working at the base.
Recreation center “Ivushka”
This recreation center is located on the island of Chisty Yar (Lower Volga). This island is surrounded by the branches of the Volga (Buzan and Akhtub), so it is a promising and promising place for fishing enthusiasts. Visitors to this base can rent a small house or stay in a room at any time of the year. In the case of booking a room, guests can make orders for complex meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner). In addition, if desired, visitors can order partial catering complexes (breakfast and dinner or lunch and dinner).
Guest house “Rybka”
In a guest house called Rybka, every tourist or person who comes to Astrakhan for spring fishing on a vobla will receive comfortable living conditions, silence (the distance from the guest house from Astrakhan is 100 km), as well as beautiful natural landscapes. This house is located on the running line of the river called “Main Channel”. The distance of the house from the river is 20 meters.
Secrets of Successful Fishing
Fishing on the Volga in April will not leave a single fisherman without a catch. After all, it is at this time of the year that the vobla is most active. However, in order to get an impressive result and catch a really grandiose catch, you need to take into account some of the nuances of fishing in Astrakhan:
- The vobla is a schooling fish . It is for this reason that when the jamb passes through a certain section of the reservoir, the bite can be activated or, on the contrary, disappear. In this case, when there is no bite, you need to change the place of fishing or change the attachment used.
- The activity of roach is activated at sunrise , from the very morning and lasts until dusk. At night, trying to catch this fish is in vain, since in the dark it leads a passive lifestyle and does not attack the bait.
- Fishing for vobla is best in shallow water . It is in shallow places on the body of water that, as a rule, a large number of fish accumulate.
- The roach has one interesting, distinctive feature. During a mass move, her body temperature indicators rise . Therefore, holding the caught fish in your hands, you can understand whether a single individual fell on the tackle or there is a school at the fishing site. This allows you to build a forecast regarding the activity of future bites.
