Тигровий горіх
AI analysis
Medium confidence
7/10
Tiger nut — a reliable classic bait of moderate effectiveness, showing consistent results primarily as a hook bait, but remains poorly studied as groundbait.
Extended sample (now 10 solo reports at average rating 4/5) confirms consistent performance of tiger nut as a hook bait, especially in cool conditions and early morning, with clear advantage for larger fish (carp 4–6.5 kg, grass carp). Three new solo reports scored 5/5, 5/5, and 3/5, overall aligning consistently with previous data. However, as groundbait it remains unclear — only one new report (combo) marked it as bed preparation among competing options (pellets, corn, peas). Overall effectiveness of 7/10 is justified, but relies primarily on its hook bait role.
Best conditions
Night bottom fishing in cooler nights (14–20°C), early morning sessions; overcast or rainy weather; lunar cycles (new moon and full moon) show equal success.
Best target fish
Large carp (4–6.5 kg), grass carp, crucian carp; smaller fish (crucian carp <2 kg) take this bait less frequently.
- Maximum effectiveness as hook bait in night bottom fishing into early morning; expect larger fish (carp >4 kg).
- Works well in rainy conditions and during temperature fluctuations; shows selectivity for fish size (larger preferred).
- Combines well with simple groundbaits (hemp, peas); this combination scores 5/5 even in difficult weather.
Solo report sample still limited (10 reports, but 3 from this batch — low consistency). Role as groundbait remains virtually unstudied (only 1 combo report); conclusions on hook bait are far more reliable. All reports from August; no data on spring or autumn use. Confounds: night conditions, fishing location, other anglers nearby — affect results and complicate attribution.
