Fish Species

The North Dakota crappie state record is a three pound four ounce black crappie caught in McLean County in 1958.

North Dakota sauger provides mild sweet flavor, firm white flesh, lean protein, and omega-3 fatty acids for healthy meals.

North Dakota fishing regulations explain dorsal fin spots, tail fin white tips, and how anglers can keep walleye and sauger.

The North Dakota sauger state record explains how to identify trophy fish, locate rivers, and certify catches in local waters.

Smallmouth bass origins in North Dakota explain whether these popular sport fish are native or introduced to local waters.

Smallmouth bass habitat preferences in North Dakota include rocky structures, clean water, and current in Lake Sakakawea.

The state record weighs 6 pounds, 2 ounces and came from Lake Sakakawea, a reservoir that produces trophy fish, with notes on where big bronzebacks hide.

North Dakota Chinook salmon sizes and daily limits on Lake Sakakawea help anglers balance eating quality, fillet yield, and fishery health.

Chinook salmon reproduction in Lake Sakakawea relies on millions of fingerlings released annually by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department.

Chinook salmon stocking in Lake Sakakawea creates a unique fishery managed by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department.