Species Highlight: Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth bass overview Smallmouth bass are among the scrappiest, hardest fighting, and most exciting fish out there. Compared to the arguably more popular largemouth bass, smallmouth bass are often a…
Species Highlight: Arctic Grayling
Arctic grayling overview Arctic grayling are some of the coolest looking freshwater fish out there. Although they're related to trout, they look noticeably different than most other salmonids. Their most…
Wild vs. Native Fish: What’s the Difference?
It's hard to be disappointed when you're catching fish. Any fish, big or small, is exciting to pull in. Despite this, most fishermen have their preferences. Some prefer certain species,…
What is a Triploid Trout?
Fisheries biologists use all sorts of tools and tactics to manage the waters we fish. Sometimes these can conflict with angler interests. For example, if biologists wipe out an invasive…
Species Highlight: Golden Trout
Golden trout overview Golden trout, the state fish of California, are often considered one of the most beautiful trout in the world. Their small native range and remote habitats also…
Heterosis: What is Hybrid Vigor?
Have you ever caught a tiger trout, cutbow, or tiger muskie? Each of these fish is a hybrid, the result of spawning between two different species. These hybrid fish are…