The largest recorded white sturgeon in the U.S. weighed 468 lbs! These ancient fish can grow over 20 feet long and are true freshwater legends.
Caught in Virginia, this 143-lb blue catfish is the largest of its kind. Known for their strength, these giants put up an incredible fight for any angler.
This prehistoric predator was caught in Mississippi. With its razor-sharp teeth and torpedo-like body, the alligator gar is one of America’s most fearsome freshwater fish.
Flathead catfish grow massive, and the biggest one ever caught weighed 123 lbs! These bottom-dwellers thrive in murky waters and ambush their prey with brute force.
Native to the Great Lakes, a 240-lb lake sturgeon set the record. These fish can live over 100 years and are considered living fossils due to their ancient lineage.
Muskies are the apex predators of northern lakes. The largest muskie ever caught weighed 67 lbs, making it one of the most sought-after trophies in freshwater fishing.
The American paddlefish, known for its long snout, has a record of 164 lbs. These filter-feeding giants have been around since the age of the dinosaurs!