Fish Behavior

Crater Lake had no fish until humans brought them in. From 1888 to 1941, William Steel stocked it with rainbow trout and kokanee salmon. In 1915, signal crayfish were also introduced. These fish are descendants of the original 1.8 million. Crater Lake formed after a volcanic eruption about 8,000 years ago. The repopulation of fish … Read more

Dave Carraro from FV-Tuna.com got fish poisoning while filming Wicked Tuna. This often happens from eating spoiled tuna. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Treatment usually involves hydration and seeing a doctor. Always store and cook fish properly to reduce the risk of poisoning. These toxins, known as scombrotoxin, can cause fish poisoning if … Read more

Albert Fish, an American serial killer and cannibal, organized his crimes by targeting vulnerable children. He kidnapped victims using deceitful tactics, such as job offers. Fish carefully planned his acts and even sent letters outlining his crimes. Authorities arrested him in 1934, and he was executed in 1936. His heinous crimes escalated as he experimented … Read more

In August 2017, a net-pen collapse at Cooke Aquaculture’s fish farm near Cypress Island released over 260,000 non-native Atlantic salmon into Puget Sound. This incident led to an investigation by state agencies, including the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and prompted local fishermen to catch the escaped fish. Authorities reported that the fish farm’s … Read more

To float fish in Kuori Lake, set the depth between 1.0m and 14.7m, depending on the fish species you want to catch. The lake has lake trout, quarry char, and occasional rainbow trout. Use baitfish for better results. Choose effective fishing techniques and suitable hook types to increase your catch rates. Good luck fishing! Using … Read more

For successful ice fishing for walleye, target depths of 10 to 20 feet in clear lakes. Shallow areas of 2 to 7 feet near weed lines can yield fish. On mud flats, fish at depths of 20 to 24 feet. Adjust your techniques based on water clarity and the time of day for the best … Read more

Ice fishing for lake trout is best in depths of 20 to 80 feet. Use effective bait like smelt or shiners. Aim for water temperatures of 40-48°F during prime season, from January to March. Use jigging techniques 6 to 10 inches off the bottom. Focus on locations with underwater humps and boulder reefs for higher … Read more

Northern pike are best caught at depths of 3 to 15 feet while ice fishing. Use bait suspended 6 to 12 inches below the ice for optimal results. Focus on areas under 5 feet during early and late ice. Effective fishing techniques include tip-ups and paying attention to underwater cover. When the temperature drops, pike … Read more

Crappie typically swim 5 to 10 feet deep while ice fishing. They often stay near structures like weeds. In deeper waters, they may suspend 6 to 7 feet above the bottom at depths of 20 to 40 feet. In late winter, focus on depths of 2 feet and 18 to 25 feet. Fish remain active … Read more

To catch walleye during ice fishing, fish at depths of 10 to 20 feet in clear waters. Walleye often move to shallower areas during dawn and dusk. Key locations include weed lines at 7-14 feet and mudflats around 20-24 feet. Always adapt to local conditions and use catch-and-release practices for deeper catches. Expert techniques recommend … Read more