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The appearance of yellowtail amberjack swimming in the sea. Yellowtail inhabits the waters where the Pacific Ocean and the Kuroshio Current collide with each other, and is caught on average throughout the year Animals

Amberjack

If you want to try to catch a fish that is powerful as well as delicious, amberjack is a great…

Feb 9, 2023
Trophy Largemouth Bass Blog

Discover the Largest Largemouth Bass Ever Caught in Virginia

Bass fishing is a wildly popular pastime in North America, with its southeastern region having an especially ideal climate for…

Feb 9, 2023
bonefish Animals

Bonefish

The bonefish is a saltwater fish commonly found in the shallow waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of…

Feb 8, 2023
Close-up photo of bluefish in water Animals

Bluefish

Bluefish is a predatory saltwater species found in the Atlantic Ocean. It’s known for its fast swimming speed and powerful…

Feb 8, 2023
Opaleye, rudderfish (Girella nigricans) Animals

Opaleye (Rudderfish)

Opaleye is a species of fish indigenous to the Pacific coast of North America. It is a member of the…

Feb 8, 2023
Big Largemouth Bass Blog

Discover the Largest Largemouth Bass Ever Caught in Colorado

Managing to catch a largemouth bass is no small feat, even for an experienced fisher! As the largest species among…

Feb 8, 2023
Great Hammerhead Shark in the Bahamas Blog

Discover 7 Spectacular Fish Found in Vietnam

Vietnam is a region of rich biodiversity, ranking as the world’s 16th most biologically diverse country. It has over 50,000…

Feb 8, 2023
trophy 12 pound largemouth bass caught with a spinner bait Animals

Largemouth Bass

The largemouth bass, a member of the black bass (Micropterus) genus, is a popular carnivorous freshwater fish native to North…

Feb 7, 2023
Bull Shark Attacking Blog

Discover 8 Spectacular Fish Found in Puerto Rico

Read on to discover 8 spectacular fish found in Puerto Rico!

Feb 7, 2023
muskellunge Animals

Tiger Muskellunge (Muskie)

One of the most coveted freshwater gamefish in the United States, tiger muskellunge — commonly called the tiger muskie —…

Feb 7, 2023
Fishing off the coast of New Zealand Blog

Discover 10 Spectacular Fish Found in New Zealand

New Zealand is an island country located southeast of Australia. There are two main islands and hundreds of smaller islands…

Feb 7, 2023
Biggest Shark: Whale Shark Blog

Discover 8 Spectacular Fish Found in the Philippines

The Philippines is an archipelago with over 7,000 islands showcasing an astounding array of wildlife. This includes thousands of species…

Feb 7, 2023
Halibut caught by a fishing line Blog

The Largest Halibut Ever Caught

Halibut is one of the most sought after game around and is know for its intense fighting while on the…

Feb 7, 2023
Pair of keyhole cichlid Animals

Keyhole Cichlid

Native to South America, keyhole cichlids are freshwater fish that live in slow-moving bodies of water covered in thick vegetation.…

Feb 7, 2023
Scorpaena notata, porcus Scorpionfish Blog

Discover 7 Spectacular Fish Found In Russia

Russia’s enormous landmass touches the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic oceans and numerous seas. It also contains a multitude of freshwater…

Feb 7, 2023
Cichla ocellaris, Peacock Bass. Exotic fish in aquarium Animals

Peacock Bass

The Peacock bass is a tropical freshwater fish native to South America, known for its bright colors and aggressive behavior,…

Feb 6, 2023
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Discover 10 Spectacular Fish Found in Madagascar

Madagascar is an island off the coast of southeast Africa. It sits in the Indian Ocean just across the Mozambique…

Feb 6, 2023
The Nile perch (Lates niloticus) is a species of freshwater fish. It is widespread throughout much of the Afrotropical realm, Animals

Nile Perch

The Nile perch is a freshwater fish species native to the Ethiopian region on the African continent.

Feb 6, 2023
Asian swamp eel Blog

Discover 7 Spectacular Fish Found in Bangladesh

Bangladesh is the 8th most populous country in the world and one of the most densely populated countries as well.…

Feb 5, 2023
Spotted Bass Animals

Spotted Bass

The spotted bass is a black bass endemic to North America, particularly the eastern part of the United States. These…

Feb 4, 2023
Biggest Fish: Greenland Shark Blog

Discover 10 Spectacular Fish Found in Iceland

Iceland is an island country a little bigger than Ireland. It is located northwest of the United Kingdom, west of…

Feb 3, 2023
A Blackfin Tuna swimming off the coast of Florida Animals

Blackfin Tuna

The blackfin tuna is the smallest tuna species of the Thunnus genus, and it lives in the western Atlantic Ocean.

Feb 2, 2023
After disappearing for nearly 20 years, is it possible that a ghost still haunts these waters? Blog

The “Mekong Ghost” Discovered After 18 Years of Mystery

Finding a ghost may not sound like good news to most of us! However, this particular ghost sighting is a…

Feb 2, 2023
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Discover 10 Spectacular Fish Found in Guyana

Guyana is a country in northeast South America located along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. Four major rivers in…

Feb 2, 2023
Congiopodidae, commonly known as pigfishes, horse-fishes and racehorses. Blog

Discover 8 Spectacular Fish Found in Peru

Situated on South America’s Pacific coast, Peru is rich in wildlife. Its privileged geographical position allows it to share in…

Feb 2, 2023
The ninespine stickleback (Pungitius pungitius), also called the ten-spined stickleback Blog

Discover 8 Spectacular Fish Found in Norway

Although Norway’s waters are teeming with cod, salmon, trout, and haddock, they also boast a few more exotic species. From…

Feb 2, 2023
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Yellowtail Snapper

As its name suggests, the yellowtail snapper is a member of the snapper family. It has a unique, bright yellow…

Feb 2, 2023
sailfish Animals

Sailfish

Sailfish are known for their elongated dorsal fins that resemble the sail of a ship. They are highly active and…

Feb 1, 2023
Gilthead bream, Dorade Royale (Sparus aurata). Blog

Discover 9 Spectacular Fish Found in Turkey

The waters near Turkey are home to a vast array of wildlife, including several exotic or commercially important fish species.…

Feb 1, 2023
A Focus Stacked Close-up Image of a Large Redfish Cauaght in the Atlantic Ocean Off the Coast of Florida Animals

Red Drum Fish

The red drum goes by many names, including channel bass, spottail bass, redfish, puppy drum, and just red. They are…

Jan 31, 2023
Cubera Snapper Animals

Cubera Snapper

The biggest snapper in its entire family rules the western Atlantic with a powerful bite and an aggressive temper, yet…

Jan 31, 2023
Person holding a tiger trout Animals

Tiger Trout

Tiger trout are hybrids resulting from male Eastern brook trout and female brown trout cross-breeding. These unique offspring are sterile…

Jan 31, 2023
American Alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) - young, headshot, showing its teeth Articles

Discover the 10 Official State Animals of Florida

Florida is the only state with extensive coastlines on both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, and it…

Jan 31, 2023
Freshwater drum are large freshwater fish Animals

Freshwater Drum

The freshwater drum is native to Central and North America. It is the only species belonging to the genus Aplodinotus.…

Jan 30, 2023
Giant grouper Animals

Goliath Grouper

The goliath grouper is a vulnerable large saltwater fish that lives in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. They are typically…

Jan 27, 2023
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Discover The Largest Bluegill Ever Caught In Louisiana

Who doesn’t love fishing? It is the perfect way to appreciate the peaceful side of nature, and test your primate…

Jan 26, 2023
Yellowfin tuna out in the open ocean in crystal clear blue water Blog

Discover 7 Spectacular Fish Found in Cuba

Cuba is a large island nation south of Florida and east of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. With a population of 11…

Jan 25, 2023
Grumpy looking Sea Bass swimming in his aquarium Animals

Sea Bass

If you are an avid fish eater, then you have likely encountered a delicious plate of sea bass. However, recent…

Jan 24, 2023
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Discover the Largest Lake Trout Ever Caught in Colorado

If you’re planning to break Colorado’s record for the largest lake trout, you’re in the right place! We’ll tell you…

Jan 23, 2023
Pike Blog

Discover The Largest Northern Pike Ever Caught in Arizona

Are you planning to fish for northern pikes and wondering whether you have any chance to break Arizona’s record for…

Jan 23, 2023
White Marlin Animals

White Marlin

A species of billfish with a long sword-like bill, the white marlin lives in warm ocean waters around the world.…

Jan 20, 2023
King Mackerel 1 Animals

King Mackerel

King mackerel is a species of fish that is popular in recreational fishing as well as commercial fishing for seafood…

Jan 18, 2023
Yellow Catfish white Black Background. Animals

Yellow Bullhead

Quick Facts These catfish can be found in streams, rivers, and lakes throughout the United States. They are considered to…

Jan 17, 2023
A crappie swimming underwater in a lake Animals

White Crappie

The white crappie belongs to the sunfish family. White crappies inhabit freshwater, from lakes and ponds to small streams and…

Jan 17, 2023
Uaru Cichlid Animals

Uaru Cichlid

Uaru cichlid is a freshwater fish native to the Upper Orinoco and the Amazon basins in South America. The fish…

Jan 16, 2023
Kissing Gourami Animals

Kissing Gourami

The kissing gourami is one of the most distinct species in the gourami family. The puckered mouth of this species…

Jan 16, 2023
Aquarist, aqua fish. Helostoma temminkii is a species of tropical ray-finned fishes from the suborder labyrinth, allocated to the monotypic family of Helostomatidae Animals

Gourami

The name “gourami” refers to fish species in the families Osphronemidae and Helostomatidae. There are more than nine fish species…

Jan 16, 2023
speckled trout caught by fisherman Animals

Speckled Trout

Although speckled trout are known for the speckled markings on their back and fins, Cynoscion nebulosus is actually a member…

Jan 16, 2023
Marlin vs Swordfish - Swordfish Jumping Out of Water Blog

The Biggest Swordfish Ever Caught (Over 1,000 lbs!)

Swordfish are large predatory fish with an interesting appearance. They are unique and found in extremely deep depths in the…

Jan 16, 2023
A Black Seabass-Centropristis striata underwater close up portrait Animals

Black Sea Bass

The black sea bass, also known as the blackfish, rock bass, tallywag, bluefish, and black bass, is a popular type…

Jan 15, 2023
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