When Do Walleye Spawn?
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In both lakes and river systems, walleye generally spawn sometime during late March and mid-May.
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Walleye will spawn in water temperatures above 40 and up to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
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As walleye are nocturnal predators, they will spawn during the dark hours of the day.
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Walleye either spawn in smaller lake or river tributaries or shallow lake areas with depths of 1 to 10 feet.
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Walleye are broadcast spawners, which means that they will scatter their eggs across the bottom instead of building protective nests for them.
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On average, a female walleye produces a staggering 27,000 eggs per pound of its body weight.
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After the spawn, the walleye return to deeper water. Here, the fish will feed excessively and slowly regain their energy.
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