10 articlesCatching the Smallmouth Buffalo is an interesting option in Fishing Planet, especially for beginners who need to get extra XP and cash, but can’t spend much money to catch fish.
However, it can still be a frustrating process for newer players, particularly during the early Lone Star Lake progression. After all, the Smallmouth Buffalo is a bit harder to catch, and it can even ignore your bait if your setup is off.
So, if you’re one of those struggling to catch this fish, this guide is for you.
How to Catch Smallmouth Buffalo in Fishing Planet
First of all, catching this fish demands patience, as it may take time to appear. That said, you can find it in some places like the Mississippi River and Lake Michigan.
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After reaching the place, set the game’s clock to 11:00 am. Your fishing rod could be a CreekPro 240 or a CreekPro 300 or even a Match Rod, like an OmniFloat 450, and your Line Leader Length should be at least 100 or 120cm. The farther you cast it, the better.
If you want better consistency, set your float depth between 50 and 80 inches, and make sure to fish during peak hours in the daytime.
What’s the Best Bait for Catching a Smallmouth Buffalo?
If you want to catch a Smallmouth Buffalo, you’ll need to reach level 5 at least; otherwise, you won’t be able to buy the right baits for catching this fish.
Technically, any bait could work, but if you want the most reliable option, that would be Semolina Balls. You can also opt for Corn and Bloodworms, but Semolina Balls seem to be the better option.
Simply use them with a #4-#6 hook on a float setup. If you are a beginner, you can use Dough Balls (Level 5, 50 credits to purchase 50 items) instead. However, expect slower bite rates than usual.
Why You Might Not Be Catching One
The main reason why players struggle to catch a Smallmouth Buffalo is simply because they fish too shallow. Since it’s a bottom feeder, you have to cast into deeper water instead of near the shoreline.
If you’re still not catching one, either increase your float depth, move closer to deeper water, or simply let the bait sit longer. The Smallmouth Buffalo is still one of the trickiest fish to catch for beginners in Fishing Planet.
But with the right bait and depth setup, you should be able to catch one consistently.
