Chain Pickerel
The chain pickerel is a popular gamefish of freshwater lakes, rivers, creeks and slightly brackish estuaries. Individuals are often found lurking among lily pads, waiting to ambush smaller fish.
The chain pickerel’s original range was limited to Atlantic and Gulf Coast tributaries, but the fish has been introduced throughout much of North America.
The chain pickerel is named for its prominent chain-like markings on a contrasting lighter green background.
Other names for this freshwater fish include southern pike, jack fish, federation pike or federation pickerel.
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