Editing Angling (section)

==== Float fishing ====
{{see also|Fishing float}}
Float fishing is the most common method of angling, defined by the use of a compact light [[buoy]] attached to fishing line – known as a ''float'' (or "''bobber''" in the United States) — as the [[bite indicator]].  Due to buoyancy, the float remains at the water surface and suspends the baited hook at a predetermined depth.  It can also drift in the prevailing current and carry the hook to areas of water otherwise inaccessible by casting alone.  When the fish bites and swallows the hook, the float visually signals any forces exerted on the leader line below it, as the fisherman can then see it being pulled underwater and/or sideways.<ref name="Float fishing"/>