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A man wearing hip waders and long-sleeved white shirt and a ball cap is seen gripping an enormous silver/grat striped bass among some stones at the edge of a body of water odf a deep. dark green. The reel can be seen behind the anglers face. Blog

Discover The Largest Striped Bass Ever Caught in Mississippi

Striped bass, also called Atlantic striped bass, are fish in the family Moronidae. You can easily find these beautiful and…

Mar 2, 2023
Ice fishing. Eelpout (Lota lota) in late winter on northern rivers. Fishing line for bottom (leger rig). It is close-up on thawed ice and hand. Unusual fish without scales and slippery as eel Animals

Eelpout

The term eelpout refers to around 300 species of marine fish in the family Zoarcidae. As the name implies, eelpouts…

Mar 2, 2023
Blue Catfish Blog

Discover The Largest Blue Catfish Ever Caught In Missouri

Missouri is rich with miles of streams and other bodies of water where anglers can find a variety of catfish.…

Mar 2, 2023
Yellow Bass Animals

Yellow Bass

Morone mississippiensis, or the yellow bass, belongs to the temperate bass family Moronidae. This small, aggressive fish originally hails from…

Mar 1, 2023
Ocean Pout Animals

Ocean Pout

Zoarces americanus belongs to the eelpout family Zoarcidae. You can find this large eelpout species throughout the northwest Atlantic Ocean.…

Mar 1, 2023
golden trout Animals

Golden Trout

Also known as the California golden trout, Oncorhynchus aguabonita is the freshwater state fish of California. This rare species of…

Mar 1, 2023
largemouth bass Blog

Discover The Largest Largemouth Bass Ever Caught In Massachusetts

Let’s take a look at the largest largemouth bass ever caught in Massachusetts below. We’ll also compare it to the…

Mar 1, 2023
Animals that Eat Insects – Banded Archerfish Blog

How Do Archerfish Shoot Their Prey?

Take cover! If you are an insect minding your own business along the river’s edge and you live in archerfish…

Feb 28, 2023
The goliath tigerfish (Hydrocynus goliath) is a very large African predatory freshwater fish of the family Alestidae. It is found in the Congo River Basin and Lake Tanganyika. Blog

Discover 8 Spectacular Fish Found in Malawi

Malawi is a small country in East Africa. The third largest lake on the continent lies along its eastern border.…

Feb 27, 2023
Fishermen dragging a big Nile perch to the market. Blog

Discover 7 Spectacular Fish Found in Mali

Read on to find out all about seven spectacular fish found in Mali!

Feb 27, 2023
Kingklip Animals

Kingklip

Genypterus capensis is more commonly known as the kingklip. A native to the coasts of southern Africa, the kingklip belongs…

Feb 27, 2023
The Asfur Angelfish, Pomacanthus asfur, is also called the Arabian Angelfish Blog

Discover 8 Spectacular Fish Found in Iraq

From fish used to make the national dish to unique fish found off the coast in the coral reef, read…

Feb 25, 2023
common carp Blog

Discover The Largest Common Carp Ever Caught in Louisiana

Louisiana is filled with hundreds of opportunities to fish for freshwater fish. It’s a state with well over 50 lakes,…

Feb 25, 2023
A mated pair of wolf eels Blog

Wolf Eel Teeth

Many of us are more familiar with terrestrial animals than aquatic ones. The reason for this is fairly simple –…

Feb 24, 2023
A shoal (school) of glue/silver striped bass swimming in an aquarium with a background that is very blue on the left side of the frame, and almost black on the right. Animals

Striped Bass

The striped bass is a popular sport fish found along the North Atlantic coast of Canada and the United States.…

Feb 23, 2023
Close-up shot of a wild largemouth bass swimming in a Michigan inland lake. Micropterus salmoides Animals

Black Bass

The term black bass is used to refer to at least 14 different species of fish in the genus Micropterus.…

Feb 23, 2023
Aggressive Animal: Barracuda Blog

Discover 8 Spectacular Fish Found in Jordan

The Middle Eastern country of Jordan has some very recognizable bodies of water like the Dead Sea and the Red…

Feb 23, 2023
young yellowtail barracuda shoaling off dahab, Egypt Blog

Discover 8 Spectacular Fish Found in Israel

The country of Israel is in the Middle East, with the Mediterranean Sea to the west and the Red Sea…

Feb 22, 2023
Animals That Change Color - Hogfish Animals

Hogfish

The Hogfish is a species of wrasse fish found in the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. It has…

Feb 22, 2023
Closeup of a lake trout's head and mouth Animals

Lake Trout

The lake trout (Salvelinus namaycush) is a large freshwater fish native to North America. Contrary to popular belief, it is…

Feb 21, 2023
Large Atlantic Cod Underwater Animals

Atlantic Cod

The Atlantic cod is a historically important fish species that has sustained human populations near the North Atlantic for hundreds,…

Feb 21, 2023
Closeup of a lake trout's head and mouth Blog

Discover The Largest Fish Ever Caught In Maine

Fishing is a beloved sport, dating back to its creation over 40,000 years ago. Modern equipment has given countless ways…

Feb 20, 2023
Rock bass in a lake Animals

Rock Bass

The rock bass (Ambloplites rupestris), also known as the black or rock perch, is a type of freshwater fish that…

Feb 20, 2023
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Porcupinefish

The world’s tropical and subtropical seas are home to an unusual-looking and fascinating type of fish known as the Porcupinefish.…

Feb 20, 2023
Grayling Blog

Discover 7 Spectacular Fish Found in Mongolia

Mongolia is a landlocked country in Asia just north of China and south of Russia. Plenty of fascinating fish inhabit…

Feb 20, 2023
Pinfish Lagodon rhomboides Animals

Pinfish

A small marine fish known as the pinfish lives along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts of the United States. This…

Feb 19, 2023
Common huchen (Hucho hucho) swimming in nice river. Beautiful salmonid fish in close up photo. Underwater photography in wild nature. Mountain creek habitat. Animals

Taimen Fish

Taimen fish are native to the rivers of Russia, Mongolia, and China. These regions span from China’s Amur River Pacific…

Feb 18, 2023
Types of rare fish - Bluefin Tuna Blog

Discover The Largest Bluefin Tuna Ever Caught in Maine

Bluefin tuna is a delicious and highly valued fish that many people love. It’s found worldwide and is a big…

Feb 17, 2023
Nile Tilapia on Surface of Pond Blog

Discover 7 Spectacular Fish Found in Niger

For a country that is mostly desert, you will be surprised to discover several intriguing fish species that are found…

Feb 17, 2023
Koi fish in Japanese garden pond Blog

Discover 8 Spectacular Fish Found in Indonesia

Indonesia is an archipelago off the coast of Southeast Asia situated right along the equator. There are five major islands…

Feb 16, 2023
multi-colored Triggerfish Blog

Discover 8 Spectacular Fish Found in Senegal

Senegal boasts a number of fish species notable for their unique colors, shapes, or habits.

Feb 16, 2023
Bluegill underwater in the St. Lawrence River in Canada. The bluegill has a bluish tinge of scales on its face. Blog

Discover the Biggest Bluegill Ever Caught (And the Lake It Was Pulled)

Thousands of pounds of bluegills make it onto dinner plates throughout the United States, often paired with parmesan cheese. These…

Feb 15, 2023
The beautiful lemonpeel angelfish in marine aquarium. Centropyge flavissima is a marine angelfish of the family Pomacanthidae, a popular fish in the aquarium trade. Blog

10 Gorgeous Orange Colored Fish (With Pictures!)

A wide range of vibrant orange-coloured fish are available if you want to add some pop to your tank or…

Feb 15, 2023
Betta splendens, Siamese fighting fish, Fancy Rainbow multi color half moon long tail isolated on black background Blog

The Most Aggressive Freshwater Fish for Home Aquariums

If you have a home aquarium filled with various amazing fish coexisting in harmony, you probably are not looking to…

Feb 15, 2023
Winter sends most fish down to the depths. Blog

Where Do Fish Go in the Winter?

Fish are cold-blooded (ectothermic) creatures, with few notable exceptions. Conversely, some species of opah, sharks, and tuna exhibit some warm-blooded…

Feb 14, 2023
Black Grouper Blog

Discover the Largest Black Grouper Ever Caught in Florida

Black groupers are common in Florida and one of the tastiest fish for the table, but did you know they…

Feb 14, 2023
Red swordtail is swimming in aquatic plants tank. green swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii) is one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish species. it is a livebearer fish. Blog

Transform Your Tank with These 10 Beautiful Red Freshwater Fish

If you are looking to spice up your aquarium with some red-hot freshwater fish, you are going to want to…

Feb 14, 2023
black-neon-tetra-close-up Blog

10 Black Freshwater Fish Perfect for Your Aquarium

Some of the most popular types of aquarium fish are colorful, like a classic orange goldfish or bright blue betta.…

Feb 14, 2023
School of Spanish mackerel Animals

Spanish Mackerel

The Spanish mackerel is a popular catch for recreational and commercial fishing and is primarily found in large numbers off…

Feb 13, 2023
A closeup of mangrove snapper or gray snapper, Lutjanus griseus. Animals

Mangrove Snapper

The mangrove snapper isn’t as big as other species in the snapper family, as they barely grow larger than 18…

Feb 13, 2023
American Paddlefish swimming in a stream Blog

Discover the Largest Paddlefish Ever Caught in Missouri

When your entire eastern border is the Mississippi River you can imagine there is some fine fishing in your state!…

Feb 12, 2023
Anglerfish - Female with Male Attached Blog

Discover the Largest Anglerfish Ever Caught

Anglerfish are unique natural predators that come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Some anglerfish live in shallow water, while…

Feb 11, 2023
White sturgeon fishing catch and release Blog

How Old is the Oldest Sturgeon Ever?

Sturgeon are large fish found only in the Northern Hemisphere, and they get very old. Some individuals are well over…

Feb 11, 2023
Purple colored GloFish® Blog

7 Freshwater Purple Fish To Liven Up Your Aquarium

If you are looking to liven up your aquarium with a splash of purple you could add a few purple…

Feb 10, 2023
Lake Vänern Sweden Blog

Discover 7 Spectacular Fish Found in Sweden

Sweden may be famous for its cold weather and gorgeous scenery, but it’s also home to several fascinating fish species.…

Feb 10, 2023
Gatun Lake, Panama Blog

Discover 8 Spectacular Fish Found in Panama

Panama is a Central American country located between Costa Rica and Columbia. Perhaps its most famous feature, the Panama Canal,…

Feb 10, 2023
Canary wrasse in Bali sea, Indonesia Blog

10 Stunning Yellow Colored Fish (Freshwater And Saltwater!)

The animal world is full of vibrant colors, including stunningly colorful scarlet macaws and iridescent peacocks. When it comes to…

Feb 10, 2023
Chain Pickerel Animals

Chain Pickerel

Fishermen on the East Coast and certain parts of the Midwest and South likely know chain pickerel as a fun,…

Feb 9, 2023
White bass Animals

White Bass

The white bass is a freshwater fish that is native to North America. It is a popular game fish and…

Feb 9, 2023
Guadalupe River fishing for Bass Animals

Guadalupe Bass

The Guadalupe bass is a black bass species native to Central Texas. It is closely related to the smallmouth bass…

Feb 9, 2023
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