How Does Pressure Affect Fish?
Fish feel changes in air pressure. It can even change their feeding behavior!
The skies during a low pressure day
Fish are more active, feed more and move closer to the surface.
Jim Root, a professional fisherman, holds a bass caught on a low pressure day.
The skies during a high pressure day
Fish are less active, feed less and tend to stay toward the bottom.
What do you think?
Currently, the air pressure at Lincoln High School is . How do you think this will affect the fish in your area? Would today be a good day to go fishing? Why or why not? Find a partner and discuss your answer.