Freshwater Lure Guide
Wax Worm
Category: live baitBest temp: 32–65°FBest seasons: Winter, Spring, Fall
About the Wax Worm
Small, soft-bodied bee moth larvae that are the go-to bait for panfish and ice fishing. Tip a small jig or ice fly with a wax worm and the scent and taste keep fish holding on longer for a solid hookset. Crappie, bluegill, and perch eat them year-round, but wax worms really shine through the ice when fish are lethargic and need the extra enticement of live bait.
Best Conditions
Water Temp
32–65°F
Best Seasons
Winter, Spring, Fall
Water Clarity
clear, stained, murky
Best Weather
winter, overcast, sunny
Color Guide
Natural White
Standard
Target Species
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