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The Incredible Journey of a Record-Breaking Blue Catfish
In a remarkable turn of events, a blue catfish has made history by breaking West Virginia’s state records not once, not twice, but three times. This extraordinary fish has been caught multiple times by different anglers, each time setting a …
Maryland Anglers Chase State Fishing Records in 2025
The pursuit of state fishing records is heating up in Maryland, with six new records already set in 2025. Anglers are leveraging Department of Natural Resources tools, adhering to regulations, and targeting prime locations to catch the biggest fish. Recent …
Kayak Angler Lands State Record Bowfin in Minnesota
Ben Erb, a lifelong fisherman and fisheries biologist from Minnesota, has set a new state record for catch-and-release bowfin fishing. Erb caught a 31-inch bowfin in the Mississippi River while kayaking on a whim with his afternoon free. Initially, he …
Teen Angler’s Potential Record-Breaking-63-Pound Catch Sparks Excitement
A 13-year-old angler from California may have just reeled in a world record-breaking catch. Julian Her caught a massive 63-pound white sea bass in Tomales Bay while fishing with his family. The impressive catch has sparked excitement among fishing enthusiasts, …
New Maryland State Record: False Albacore Caught Off Ocean City
A 22-year-old angler from Frederick County has set a new Maryland state record for false albacore, catching a 26.0-pound monster fish on July 20, 2025. Jack Dorman’s impressive catch surpassed the previous record of 23.5 pounds, which was set just …
Landing the Giants: World Record Trout Catches
Trout fishing is a popular sport that offers anglers the chance to catch a variety of species, each with its unique characteristics and challenges. Here, we’ll take a look at three remarkable world record trout catches that showcase the strength …
Young Angler Sets Record with Record-Breaking White Sucker Catch
11-Year-Old Sets Arkansas State Record for White Sucker An 11-year-old angler’s patience paid off when he caught a record-breaking white sucker while trout fishing with his father at Bull Shoals Dam. Daniel Bridgmon’s catch weighed 1 pound 15 ounces and …
Michigan Angler Catches Record-Breaking 64-Pound Flathead Catfish in Monroe County
A Michigan angler’s recent bowfishing excursion in Monroe County resulted in a new state record for flathead catfish. Codie Carlson, from Newport, Michigan, caught a massive flathead catfish weighing 64.46 pounds and measuring 45 inches in Plum Creek on June …
Record-Breaking Brook Trout Caught in Adirondacks
Adirondack Angler’s Behemoth Brook Trout Sets New State Record In the heart of the Adirondack backcountry, Ben Ferguson of Lowville reeled in a monster brook trout that has shattered the New York state record. Caught on July 5 in the …
The 4th of July Lobster That Made New Jersey History—and Why It’ll Never Happen Again
While many spend the Fourth of July grilling burgers and watching fireworks, it also marks the anniversary of one of New Jersey’s most legendary underwater catches. On July 4, 2003, diver William Sharp surfaced with a lobster so massive it …
