Viehetyyppejä

Viehetyyppejä are a broad category of artificial lures used in fishing to attract and catch fish. These lures are designed to mimic the appearance and/or movement of prey animals, such as small fish, insects, or crustaceans, thereby triggering a predatory response in game fish. The selection of the appropriate viehetyyppi is crucial for successful angling and depends on various factors including the target species, water conditions, depth, and time of year.

Common viehetyyppejä include hard baits, soft baits, and metal lures. Hard baits, often made of plastic, wood, or metal, can be further categorized into crankbaits, jerkbaits, and topwater lures. Crankbaits typically have a lip that causes them to dive and wobble, mimicking a swimming baitfish. Jerkbaits are designed to be twitched and paused, imitating an injured or struggling prey. Topwater lures float on the surface and are designed to create disturbance, attracting fish from below. Soft baits, usually made of silicone or other flexible plastics, come in a vast array of shapes and sizes, including worms, grubs, and creature baits. They are often rigged with hooks and can be fished in many different ways. Metal lures, such as spoons and spinners, employ flash and vibration to attract fish. Spoons wobble and flash, while spinners rotate, creating both visual and auditory attraction. Each viehetyyppi has its own unique action and best-use scenarios, making a varied selection essential for any angler's tackle box.