Fish

Salmon – How to identify and catch

Salmon underwater

Salmon are a popular and highly sought-after species by both recreational and commercial fishermen worldwide. There are several species of salmon, each with its own unique characteristics and distribution. Here are the main types of salmon: Habitat Salmon are a type of anadromous fish, meaning that they are born in freshwater, migrate to the ocean, …

Read more

Halibut – How to identify and catch

Picture of a halibut fish

Halibut are large, flat-bodied fish that are highly prized by anglers and seafood lovers alike. They are found in both the North Atlantic and the North Pacific oceans and are known for their delicious white meat. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at halibut, including their habitat, lifespan, size, feeding habits, and how …

Read more

Pike – How to identify and catch

Picture of a pike

Pike, or Northern Pike, are long, slender fish with a dark green to brownish-green colour on their backs, shading to a lighter green or yellowish-green on their sides and white on their belly.  The scales on a pike fish are relatively large and have a pattern that resembles the shape of pinecones.  They have a …

Read more

Catfish – How to identify and catch

Picture of a catfish

Catfish, also known as Catfishes, are a diverse group of fish named after the presence of barbels around their mouth, which look like a cats whiskers. Most catfish have four barbels under their jaw and one on each tip of the upper jaw and this, combined with their long, cylindrical, scale-less body, makes them easily …

Read more