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Mystery Fish Unmasked! - JTingley - 03-15-2007
I mentioned in my original post that a guy at the place I was fishing caught and released a rather large 30+ inch fish that I couldn't identify.
Further research (because it was bugging me) reveals that the fish was most likly a Sturgeon. From what I remember of the shape and coloring I found some pictures online that fit the bill for a Sturgeon species that inhabit the Northeast.
The
part is that the guy just let it go. In Maryland at this time there is a DNR reward for catching these. If you can catch one in the Chesapeake or it's tidal tributaties and can keep it alive for a bit. You are suppose to call the DNR and have them come out to tag it and claim your $50 reward. I think I'm gonna do some catching research on these and try to nail me a few now that I know a spot where I can find them.
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