INDIANANGLER

Sorry to disagree with you Christopher but catfish can be caught on spinners. Catfish will often feed on small fish so a replication in the form of a lure will often do the trick if it is placed in the correct zone.We have caught Mulley on the cauvery with a silver mepps aglia size 2. In south Africa mangur are often targetted with lures such as rubber shads and large rubber grubs so I imagine the same will work in India.

Undoubtedly a smelly bait such as Christoper suggests will do the trick particularly if you are unsure of the location of your target fish. Once located lures could be employed in that specific area.

As for technique with bait...Use a simple sliding leger rig or a paternoster and fish with a tight line with a policeman to indicate bites. These rigs will place the bait on the bottom which is the main feeding area for most species ofcatfish. if using a float make sure you meaure the depth of the water correctly so your bait is sitting hard on the bottom.

hope this helps, Scott

I think Christopher is referring to just one or two species of catfish. Catfish are a major group, Scott is spot on.

Cat fish are also caught on wobblers
regards

Clive,
I don't think there's any mistake asking question as everyone are in a process of learn.... no one is an expert ..... yes all baits mentioned Chris's are fine, it depends on where you are fishing...... for muddy water lure would not do any favor.... though you can try live baits ...good luck..