Description
A Confidence Lure for Bluegill & Panfish
If there are frogs where you fish, there are tadpoles—and fish are eating them. The DeLong 1.5″ Mini Tadpole gives anglers a natural, easy-to-use bait that consistently catches bluegill, crappie, and other panfish.
Its small size makes it especially effective for pressured water and finicky fish, while still tempting bass that move shallow to feed.
How to Fish the Mini Tadpole
This lure is extremely versatile and beginner-friendly:
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Fish it under a bobber for bluegill and panfish
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Or work it as a small jerk bait with ultralight gear
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Use short, quick twitches to bring the tadpole to life
It’s most effective from shore, where fish move shallow to ambush small forage.
Built for Kids and Quick Action
The Mini Tadpole is one of our most effective bluegill lures for kids. The small profile attracts constant bites, while the double hooks help young anglers get solid hooksets and stay engaged.
That’s why we include three Mini Tadpoles in our Kids Fishing Pack—they work.
Durable, Scented, and Ready to Fish
Every Mini Tadpole is:
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Pre-rigged and ready to use
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Equipped with one size 8 double hook molded in
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Hand-poured for long-lasting durability
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Infused with anise scent mixed directly into the plastic
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Designed to look, move, and feel like real fish food
A Natural Fit for Panfish Trips
This lure is ideal for:
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Bluegill
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Crappie
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Panfish
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Perch
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Trout
…and even the occasional bass.
When fish are feeding on small forage, the Mini Tadpole shines.
Proudly Made in America Since 1946
DeLong Lures have been hand-poured in the USA since 1946, using proven designs that help anglers catch more fish and make better memories on the water.
🔗 Internal Links (bottom section)
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Panfish Guide










