Jeremy Wade explains that patience and accurate casting, combined with the right bait, are the keys to catching a snakehead. And remember, if you catch this invasive species in the United States, don't throw it back!
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River Monsters: How to Catch a Snakehead
Jeremy Wade explains that patience and accurate casting, combined with the right bait, are the keys to catching a snakehead. And remember, if you catch this invasive species in the United States, don't throw it back!
Added: May 3, 2010
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Runtime: 01:30
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