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World Record Sockeye Salmon Lands on an Unlikely Lure
William Kneer IV stands on the banks of Alaska’s Kisaralik River, holding his IGFA World Record sockeye salmon. As confirmed by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), William Kneer IV achieved an incredible milestone on August 4, 2024, while fishing …
Record-Breaking Smallmouth Bass Caught in New York’s St. Lawrence River
On September 22, Dante Piraino of Baldwinsville, New York, made headlines during a B.A.S.S. Nation tournament in Ogdensburg by landing a remarkable smallmouth bass. Fishing in the depths of the St. Lawrence River, approximately 30 feet down, and using a …
Prehistoric Catch: Angler’s Bowfin May Break N.J. State Record
Frank Hubert Jr.’s passion for bowfin fishing has led to a potential New Jersey state record after catching a 12-pound, 10-ounce specimen from Mantua Creek. The catch is currently awaiting official confirmation as the state record for the species. Hubert, …
Quebec Anglers Land Massive 109-Pound Halibut Through the Ice
Two Quebec anglers, Rémi and Mathieu Aubin, achieved an extraordinary feat by hauling a colossal 109-pound Atlantic halibut through the ice on Jan. 21. Their four-hour struggle in Saguenay Fjord underscores not just their skill but also the fjord’s unique …
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? …
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 …
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 …
