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Types of Fish Species

Are Paddlefish Good To Eat? Should You Throw Them Back?

January 3, 2025July 4, 2023 by Adam Young

Paddlefish, also known as spoonbill, are a unique species of freshwater fish that are native to North America. With their long snouts and distinctive appearance, they are often the subject of curiosity for anglers and …

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Want To Keep A Bass As A Pet? Here’s What To Know

June 26, 2023 by Adam Young

“Can we keep a largemouth bass in our fish tank?” This was the question I asked my dad as a 7-year old, and one I’m sure many young anglers have asked their parents as well. …

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Categories Fish Tags aquarium, largemouth bass

The Alien Invasion of the Snakehead Fish (& How to Catch Them!)

January 11, 2025June 17, 2023 by Adam Young

They’re mean, green, killing machines, and they’ve taken over various parts of the US by storm due to human influence. Snakeheads are one of the weirdest fish families available to American anglers, and they happen …

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Categories Fish Tags snakehead

Palomino Trout: Trophy Fish or Just Another Rainbow?

June 9, 2023 by Adam Young
Palomino Trout

The salmon and trout family salmonidae is well known for taking anglers to some of the world’s most beautiful and pristine aquatic environments in pursuit of equally stunning fish. But not all beauty is natural; …

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Categories Fish Tags Palomino Trout

Are Catfish Bottom Feeders (And Should You Even Care)?

May 22, 2023 by Adam Young

Ask any random set of anglers their opinion on catfish, and you’re likely to get two very polarizing answers: Angler 1 may say catfish are a nuisance, they’re good for nothin’ bottom feeders that taste …

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Categories Fish Tags Catfish

One Man’s Trash: The Wild World of Rough Fish

May 1, 2023 by Adam Young

“Oh, that? That’s just a trash fish.” Many an angler has heard this line before from an old timer, social media personality, or other fishing gurus who only target the ‘big ones.’ This sentiment makes …

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Categories Fish Tags rough fish

An Homage To The Stumpknocker Fish (Spotted Sunfish)

April 12, 2023 by Adam Young

When it comes to the various species of sunfish in North America, popular species like the crappie, bluegill, and shellcracker get much of the attention from anglers. But what about the mighty stumpknocker? Also known …

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Categories Fish Tags Stumpknocker

The 10 Best Baits For Bluegill (Ranked!)

June 9, 2024March 20, 2023 by Adam Young
Nice Bluegill caught on live cricket

Bluegill fishing is an American past time, and there is not shortage of effective baits to catch these powerful little panfish. But what is the best bait for catching bluegills? And how do you know …

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Categories Fish Tags Bluegill

What Is The Best Time Of Year To Catch Crappie? (Seasons Explained!)

February 10, 2023 by Adam Young

Crappie fishing can be a lot of fun, but sometimes it seems as if these tasty fish can totally disappear, making them very hard to find and even harder to catch. Knowing the best time …

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Categories Fish Tags Black Crappie

Are Freshwater Striped Bass Good To Eat? You Bet!

December 20, 2022 by Adam Young

It’s common knowledge that saltwater striped bass is among some of the best fish for eating on the East Coast, but what about freshwater striped bass? Are they good to eat? Do they have worms? …

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Categories Fish Tags Striped Bass
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