The Alligator Gar is often referred to as a living fossil because it first existed over 100 million years ago. Today this large fish is a sought after specimen in the south central United States. It can grow up to ten feet in length and weigh up to 350 pounds. Here are some grip and grin photos featuring some of the biggest gars caught.

  1. It takes a village

2. All smiles here

3. The Gar are bigger in Texas

4. One for the ages

5. Passing on the tradition

6. Teamwork makes the dream work

7. All hands on deck for this gar

8.Alligator gar for days

9. A guided trip comes to the perfect end

10. The parting shot

Let’s keep the list growing, get out there and catch more alligator gar!

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