The largemouth bass was named Florida’s official state freshwater fish in 1975. Weight: 20.13 Pounds* Catch Location: Big Fish Lake, Pasco County Date: May 19, 1923; Angler: Frederick Friebel ...

"A state record catch is a once in a lifetime achievement for an angler," said Jon Fury, FWC's Director for the Division of Freshwater Fisheries Management. "We are pleased to award this state ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – An angler from Santa Rosa county smashed a state record when he reeled in the largest flathead catfish ever caught and recorded in the state of Florida, Florida Fish and ...

Florida Bass Conservation Center Youth Fishing Derby: The event runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 2 at 3583 CR 788, Webster, FL 33597 Tenoroc Youth Fishing Derby: The event runs from 8 a.m. to 1 ...

HOLT, Fla. - A Panhandle man says he was in the “right place at the right time” to reel in the biggest flathead catfish ever caught in the state. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife ...

A variety of popular fish found in Florida has been determined to be a separate species and received a new name, state officials announced. “The most iconic Florida freshwater fish has a new ...

FLORIDA, USA — Soon, it will be time to hit the bait and tackle store and sail through serene waters for a license-free freshwater fishing weekend! From April 6 to April 7, prospective anglers ...

Florida freshwater license-free weekend just days away This weekend, the fishing license requirement is waived for all recreational anglers, including residents and non-residents. To stream FCN on ...

A variety of popular fish found in Florida has been determined to be a separate species and received a new name, state officials announced. “The most iconic Florida freshwater fish has a new ...

A variety of popular fish found in Florida has been determined to be a separate species and received a new name, state officials announced. “The most iconic Florida freshwater fish has a new ...