New Tilapia-Colored Bass Lures for 2026

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Written By Pete Robbins
big bass caught in Mexico on tilapia-colored crankbait

‍ Ever since we started frequenting south Texas and Mexico, we’ve been documenting the ever-growing list of lures meant to imitate tilapia – one of the most prolific and desirable forage species wherever they live. Sometimes they can make a difference and anglers heading to world-class fisheries are always looking for new ways to match the hatch.‍ ‍

Here are some of the past pieces: ‍ ‍

We thought we had the category pretty well-covered, but Tackle Warehouse and the manufacturers keep on surprising us with new offerings. Check out the following:‍ ‍

BassMooch Drako minnow tilapia

BassMooch Drako‍ ‍

Tilapia Magic‍ ‍

6th Sense Option Swimbait Live Tilapia

6th Sense Option Swimbait‍ ‍

Live Tilapia‍ ‍

Which are your favorites? Which ones have we missed? ‍

Big tilapia caught at Lake El Salto Mexico
 
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