Bloodworm
AI analysis
Low confidence
6/10
Maggot shows medium effectiveness as hook bait, but the evidence base is very weak due to the absence of standalone reports.
All three reports are combined (maggot competes with other baits for attribution), making it impossible to determine its true contribution. In the first report (5/5) maggot competed with caster in ideal conditions—unclear which one the angler chose. In the second (4/5)—again competition with earthworm. In the third (2/5) with rain, maggot was used a few times and in combination, but the overall poor result does not allow for conclusions. Without standalone reports and with a small sample size, confidence remains low.
Best conditions
Clear weather, moderate temperatures (20–24 °C), calm or light winds
Best target fish
Roach, bream, ide
- Maggot shows best results in clear weather with moderate temperatures (20–24 °C) for bottom fishing roach and bream
- Based on reports, combining maggot with quality groundbait (e.g., Fanatik or Real Fish) may improve success
- In extreme conditions (rain, hot weather, prolonged slack periods) maggot showed no advantage over alternative baits
All three reports are combined (other baits on the hook are also present), with no standalone evidence. Small sample size (3 reports), short time period (June–September), lack of testing across different seasons and techniques. Cannot reliably separate maggot's contribution from that of other baits.
