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Maryland Angler Reclaims State Record with 20.5-Pound Longnose Gar
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has officially recognized David Confair of Secretary, Dorchester County, as the new state record holder for longnose gar. Confair landed the massive 20.5-pound, 49.5-inch fish on February 8 while fishing Marshyhope Creek. Using a …
Demon of the Deep: Rare Anglerfish Filmed Alive at Ocean’s Surface
A rarely seen deep-sea creature made an unexpected appearance near the surface of the ocean, leaving researchers stunned. A humpback anglerfish (Melanocetus johnsonii), also known as the black seadevil, was captured on video last week off the coast of Tenerife, …
Maryland Angler Lands Record-Breaking Yellow Perch in Chesapeake Division
Historic Catch on the Lower Susquehanna River Sets New State Record A new Maryland state record for yellow perch has been set in the Chesapeake division. Thomas Dembeck Jr. of Hydes achieved the milestone on February 7 while fishing the …
Art Weston’s 54-Inch Muskie Officially Becomes an IGFA World Record
The muskie caught by Art Weston on Mille Lacs Lake in Minnesota on October 29, 2024, has now been officially recognized as the IGFA All-Tackle Length World Record muskie. The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) certified the catch at the …
White River’s Winter Trophy Trout: Why Anglers Brave the Cold
The town of Cotter, Arkansas, doesn’t slow down when winter sets in. Instead, this small community on the banks of the White River stays active, living up to its nickname—“The Trout Capital of the USA.” Even in the coldest months, …
The Latest Anti-Aging Trend: Injecting Salmon and Trout DNA for Younger Skin
Would you go to extreme lengths to maintain a youthful appearance? Some people are turning to an unusual new beauty treatment—injecting salmon and trout sperm into their skin. Instead of traditional fillers or Botox, they are opting for polynucleotide injections …
Angler Lands Massive Blue Catfish, Poised to Break 20-Year Record
A Texas fisherman has potentially shattered a decades-old record at Twin Buttes Reservoir after reeling in a massive blue catfish weighing over 50 pounds. According to the San Angelo district of the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department’s Inland Fisheries, Jason …
Record-Breaking Catch: Massive Largemouth Bass Reeled in on the Colorado River
Sometimes anglers spin tales of catching fish “this big,” but occasionally, there’s proof to back up the claims. That was the case last week when an extraordinary catch set a new benchmark in the local fishing community. A remarkable 17-year-old …
Rare Ice Fishing Opportunity on Long Island: A Decade in the Making
Extended cold weather this winter created a rare opportunity for ice fishing on Long Island, an event that hasn’t been seen in nearly a decade. This past week, several lakes and ponds across Long Island developed ice exceeding 4 inches …
Minnesota Boy Lands Record-Breaking Black Crappie on a Fishing Trip with Dad
In October 2024, 8-year-old Axel Angelow of Fairbault, Minnesota, made state history by catching a record-breaking black crappie while fishing with his dad, Ryan Angelow, on Cedar Lake. The impressive fish measured 18 inches and weighed 3 pounds, 13 ounces, …
