Target fish

So.. tell me, which reliable source is right or wrong?

All I know, is that for a long time the two terms have been interchangable on this board.
 
Before we decide whether two terms are proper, we should probably first make sure we understand the definition. Take this definition into consideration while you discuss this.
Taken from the Mirriam-Webster Dictionary

Dither-to act nervously or indecisively.

So a dither fish would be so named due to it's own behavior, not to the effect that it may have on the temperment of other fish. The temperment of the other fish will dictate what response they will have to a "dithering" fish.

In this case I would have to agree with Nataku in that "dither fish" is a term that can be properly applied to both purposes, but it must be taken in context with the intended effect, and that "target fish" is only applicable as a synonym for the effect that it has on agressive fish.
 
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But, the same fish types can be used for both things... I personally think it doesn't really matter... IMHO, both are right and can be used.

BTW, RTR and WetmanNY are both considered fish gurus on this forum ;).
 
my my my, how choked up we get about dith and dat. I think our little arguement cannot be solved, it is a matter of preference. If someone doesn't get the meaning of a word I'm sure theyll ask. Oh wait thats what this post is about. Well livewyr, I think your question of "what a target fish is" has been answered, and the question of "what kind are good" is also a matter of opinion. Of course some will say "small mid-water fish" or "x fish or y fish" but all you need is 2 things, unagressive and inexpensive and even that is relitive (if you have a $1,000 fish, a $10 summthinfish isn't too pricey)
 
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