During the 2024 spring spawning season, thousands of invasive fish were removed from the fish lift at the Conowingo Dam on the Susquehanna River. Much of the catch was donated to local food banks through a continuing partnership between Maryland … Continued
Black bass are New York’s most popular freshwater sportfish. Both largemouth and smallmouth bass can be found throughout the state, thriving in waters of all sizes, and are among the most exciting fish to catch. In 2023, six lakes in … Continued
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently released the updated Invasive Carp Action Plan for the next 10 years of prevention and management efforts in Minnesota. The plan includes a prioritized set of recommended actions that build upon the … Continued
From March to May 2024, scientists from the USGS will install baiting platforms for invasive grass carp and equipment for monitoring fish movement in pool 19 of the Upper Mississippi River. Pool 19 contains 30,466 acres of aquatic habitat, extending … Continued
Thomas Over Jr. of Darlington, Maryland has been recognized by Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) as a new Maryland state record holder for rock bass (Ambloplites rupestris) in the Chesapeake Division. Over caught a 1.0-pound rock bass January 6 … Continued