One of the most important parts of being a successful and ethical angler, is fish identification.
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By properly identifying fish, you learn more about their biology, preferred habitats and ultimately become a better and more informed angler.
So, how well do you know your freshwater fish?
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#1. Name this species of fish
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#2. Name this species of fish
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#3. Name this species of fish
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#4. Name this species of fish
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#5. Name this species of fish
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#6. Name this species of fish
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#7. Name this species of fish
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#8. Name this species of fish
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#9. Name this species of fish
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#10. Name this species of fish
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#11. Name this species of fish
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#12. Name this species of fish
Results
Congratulations, you are certified fish identification expert!
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