Tag Archives: Record Catch

Record-Breaking Giant Freshwater Stingray Launches Conservation Efforts

January 30, 2024 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

In a historic announcement, Guinness World Records has officially recognized a colossal discovery: a 661-pound (300-kilo) stingray found in Cambodia’s Mekong River holds the title of the world’s largest freshwater fish. This remarkable feat, announced by a Guinness World Records …

First New State Fishing Record of 2024 Set by Local Angler in Jackson County

January 28, 2024 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

The thrill of fishing just got bigger for one lucky angler in the Kansas City area. Jeffrey Needles has made a splash in the fishing community by reeling in the first state-record fish of 2024 at Lake Lotawanaβ€”a hefty 12-ounce …

Colorado Kayak Angler Sets State Crappie Record Using Cutting-Edge Sonar

January 24, 2024 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Brandy

A kayak angler proudly displays the state-record crappie caught in Colorado. Eric Allee proudly showcases the new state-record black crappie he landed in November. Photograph by Eric Allee Colorado may not be the first place that comes to mind when …

Darlington Angler Thomas Over Jr. Reels in a Record Bass in Maryland

January 19, 2024 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

Hold onto your fishing hats, folks! Thomas Over Jr., the angling extraordinaire from Darlington, has just secured his spot in piscatorial history by bagging the Maryland state record for rock bass. Move over, regular-sized fish – we’ve got a 1.0-pound …

Angler Snags Massive Wels Catfish, Shuns Potential Record for the Love of Fishing

January 8, 2024 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

A skilled angler in England, Tomas Marcinkevicius, recently reeled in an extraordinary 133-pound wels catfish at a catch-and-release pay lake in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. This colossal catch appears to surpass the official British record of 62 pounds set in 1997 at …

Missouri Angler Achieves Record-breaking Catch within 15 Minutes of Fishing Outing

December 26, 2023 | πŸͺ Baitshop Life | Baitshop Brandy

In a stroke of extraordinary luck, Anthony Rozniak from St. Peters, Missouri, had his fishing trip plans upended when, just 15 minutes into his outing with his brother on the Missouri River, he reeled in a remarkable 3-pound skipjack herring, …

Impressive 13.5-Pound Tautog Catch Amidst Challenging Weather Conditions

December 18, 2023 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

As the “12 Days of Christmas” shopping spree continues at Atlantic Tackle, the local fishing community in Ocean City, MD, faced some tumultuous weather in the past 24 hours. A forecasted Nor’easter swept through the area, unleashing high winds, relentless …

Massachusetts Angler Sets Historic North Carolina Fishing Record

November 29, 2023 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

In a groundbreaking feat, Massachusetts angler Matthew Frattasio has secured the first-ever fishing record for a specific species in North Carolina. Frattasio achieved this remarkable accomplishment while aboard Riptide Charters, led by Captain Terry Nugent, near Morehead City. The record-setting …

Discovering the Largest Halibut Ever Caught in British Columbia

November 13, 2023 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Brandy

The diverse fishing opportunities in British Columbia, boasting over 20,000 lakes and a Pacific Ocean coastline, attract anglers seeking various species, including salmon and flatfish. Rainbow trout dominates local catches. Among the notable catches, the Pacific halibut takes the spotlight. …

Connecticut Angler Achieves State Record with Massive “Taugzilla” Tautog Catch

November 7, 2023 | πŸͺ Featured | Baitshop Garrett

A young angler from Connecticut, Aiden Cole, has made history with an incredible catch that’s sending ripples of excitement through the local fishing community. Aiden reeled in a colossal 36-inch, 28.75-pound tautog, affectionately dubbed “Taugzilla” among anglers. The remarkable feat …