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Utah Angler Sets State Record with Giant Tiger Trout, Fulfilling Grandfather’s Legacy
Kaleb Nelson’s love for fishing runs deep, shaped by stories from his grandfather, Brent Nelson, who often shared tales of Scofield Reservoir’s legendary tiger trout. Those childhood stories turned into reality on Dec. 9, when Kaleb set a new Utah …
Giant Pufferfish Caught in Barnegat Bay Could Break Record
A massive northern pufferfish caught in Barnegat Bay last week is making waves in the fishing world, as it could potentially set a new rod-and-reel record with the International Game Fish Association (IGFA). This remarkable catch follows another near-record sheepshead …
Will Kansas’ Legendary Catfish World Record Ever Be Surpassed?
Over 25 years ago, a Kansas angler made waves in the fishing world with an astonishing catch that would set both a state and world record. But as time passes, the question remains: Could this legendary catfish ever be outdone? …
Angler Lands Potential World Record Yellowfin Tuna Off Southern California Coast
Midway through a 10-day charter trip, a North Carolina angler hooks a 443-pound giant, setting the stage for a new IGFA record. In mid-November, aboard the renowned 124-foot charter boat Excel, North Carolina angler Earl Gill IV made headlines by …
Montana Commission Imposes New Restrictions on Bull Trout Fishing Following Record Low Nest Counts
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission has introduced new fishing restrictions in the South Fork of the Flathead River and its tributaries after recent reports of record-low bull trout spawning nest counts. The measures, aimed at protecting this threatened species, …
Florida Governor DeSantis Extends Gulf Red Snapper Fishing by 17 Days for the Holidays
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced a 17-day extension to the Gulf Red Snapper fishing season, offering Florida families and visitors more opportunities to enjoy fishing during the holiday season. This decision comes as a way to compensate for lost …
World Record Atlantic Halibut Caught In Cape Cod
A chance catch turned into a world record for Alexandra Spring when she landed a 33-pound, 14-ounce Atlantic halibut off Cape Cod. This remarkable flatfish earned her the IGFA’s 30-pound line-class record, marking her tenth world record overall. From Florida …
Late Fall Tautog Fishing in Long Island Sound
Captain Rich Jensen has been leading successful tautog expeditions in the North Fork area for nearly 50 years. The forecast predicted a high of 28 degrees with a persistent 10-knot northeast wind throughout the day. Cold weather conditions with frozen …
Historic King Salmon Catch Breaks Montana Record at Fort Peck Lake
A new record has been set for the largest Chinook, or king salmon, caught in Montana. Weighing in at a remarkable 32.62 pounds, the catch was made on August 9, 2024, at Fort Peck Lake by Malta native, Jim Fauth, …
Record-Breaking Feeding Frenzy: Swarm of Atlantic Cod Devours 10 Million Capelin
In a remarkable and unprecedented event, a recent study revealed that over 2 million Atlantic cod consumed a staggering 10 million capelin fish within a few hours, marking the largest recorded feeding frenzy by fish in terms of numbers and …
