Common bait is a term used to describe the type of bait used in fishing. Maggots, WORMS, redworms, and minnows are all commonly used as bait when fishing. Maggots are small larvae that can be found in decaying organic matter and are often used as bait for fish such as carp. WORMS are small invertebrates that are often used as bait for fish such as bass. Redworms are a type of earthworm that are often used as bait for fish such as trout. Minnows are small fish that are often used as bait for larger fish such as walleye.