The tiny Scioto madtom, once a resident of Big Darby Creek but unseen since 1957, has been officially declared extinct. This unfortunate declaration comes from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which removed the Scioto madtom, along with 20 other …

Grayling fishing once thought to be a distant dream for anglers in Michigan, is making a remarkable comeback after nearly a century of absence. Historically, grayling could be found in the state’s streams, but they vanished due to overfishing, the …

In a bid to combat rising water temperatures and help Atlantic salmon populations thrive, scientists have devised innovative methods to “air-condition” rivers and streams. These efforts come as warming waters pose a significant threat to these remarkable fish. Historically, Atlantic …

In recent news, two individuals from Tennessee have been fined a total of $10,550 and ordered to provide restitution for unlawfully harvesting fish from a Mississippi lake, as disclosed by the U.S. Department of Justice on Monday. Jian Wu Huang, …

Idaho’s Clearwater River has just produced its second state record this month. Steelhead fishing has always been a challenging endeavor, but for those anglers willing to put in the work, there’s always a chance for something magical. On the morning …

In a continued saga of wildlife-related offenses, Chase Cominsky, one of the individuals involved in a notorious fish tampering incident during a walleye fishing tournament on Lake Erie, Ohio, last year, now faces new charges in Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Game …

In a move signaling their dedication to the bass fishing community and highlighting the continuing success of the St. Croix Bassmaster Opens, B.A.S.S. officials have announced a significant increase in payouts and extended coverage for the 2024 season. This initiative …

Amidst a heat wave in Nova Scotia, Canada, last July, fish in the Wrights River faced challenges similar to humans: the need for relief from scorching temperatures. Unlike their human counterparts, fish in this river had a helping hand in …

Avid angler Aiden Cole recently found himself in the midst of an unforgettable fishing adventure when he managed to reel in a colossal Tautog, affectionately dubbed “Taugzilla.” This impressive catch measured an astounding 35 inches in length and weighed in …

Welcome to the fall season, where the weather is generally quite good, with more fishable days than not. This week is shaping up to be particularly promising with sunny days and mild temperatures. The water temperatures are cooling down as …