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Striped Bass Production


Stripers in Production Follow the life cycle of striped bass. From fertilization to hatching, to stocking and finally catching, this popular game fish is getting a helping hand from Texas Parks and Wildlife biologists.

Texas' Largest Fish Hatchery Suspends Operations Due to Drought


The Dundee State Fish Hatchery near Wichita Falls has temporarily suspended operations due the declining water supply. The hatchery is the primary producer of striped bass and hybrid striped bass. For more information about the hatchery, see http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/fish/management/hatcheries/dundee.phtml

Tracking Bass on Toledo Bend


Tracking Bass on Toledo Bend Some fish biologists are tracking largemouth bass on Toledo Bend Reservoir and Lake Fork to determine if increased fishing pressure at these legendary lakes is changing fish behavior in ways that could make them more difficult for anglers to catch.

Winter Trout Stocking


Every winter Texas Parks and Wildlife stocks rainbow trout across the state. The hungry fish take a variety of baits, making it a great fishing experience for novices. Find stocking locations at http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/fish/management/stocking/trout_stocking.phtml

How to Fillet a Fish


Cindy Haenel, a chef instructor at the Central Market Cooking School, demonstrates how to fillet fish. Find places to fish in Texas at http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/fish/

Christmas trees recycled as fish habitat 🎄🐠 #texasfishing


We stocked Granger Lake with some recycled Christmas trees, which creates habitat for small fish, attracting the bigger fish that prey on them. We'll post the coordinates to https://bit.ly/FishAttractors Thanks to @yeticoolers for helping collect the trees.

Neighborhood Fishing


Find a fully stocked fishing spot close to you. Check out our Neighborhood Fishing spots at http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/fish/management/stocking/urban_catfish.phtml

The Paddlefish Project


A freshwater fish older than the dinosaur is being returned to Caddo Lake in a grand experiment. Can restored water flows bring back a breeding population of paddlefish? A broad coalition of partners, from non-profits to landowners and government agencies, is working to answer this question. Learn more at http://www.caddolakeinstitute.us/

Mystery of the Tarpon


Mystery of the Tarpon Heralded for their awe-inspiring jumps and tenacious power, tarpon are the stuff from which fish tales are spun. But over the last couple decades, their populations have taken a serious dive. Today, a group of scientists are trying to learn about the biology of this ancient creature.

Paddlefish Restoration


They've been here for 300-million years, but you can't find them just anywhere. Paddlefish are being stocked in one of the most timeless lakes in Texas -- Caddo Lake. Implanted with radio transmitters, Texas Parks and Wildlife biologists will monitor this pre-historic species to see if water flows in the lake are suitable for its reintroduction. Special project partners are planning a Paddelfish festival in the East Texas town, Jefferson, May 8-9. For more information, go to http://www.CaddoLakeInstitute.us

Field Notes: Sinking fish attractors in Lake Buchanan


Texas Parks & Wildlife Fisheries staff sunk these structures in Lake Buchanan to attract bass, crappie and other sport fish. Made of PVC and composite, they're designed to mimic underwater brush, which fish use for protection, as places to hide and ambush prey, and even for spawning. The natural brush can decay over time in reservoirs, which is why we put in artificial attractors. The attractors are sunk 15-20 feet deep and marked by buoys. Anglers can find locations of fish attractors in lakes around Texas at https://tpwd.texas.gov/fishboat/fish/recreational/lakes/fish_attractors.phtml

Flounder Stocking


Texas Parks and Wildlife has started a new flounder stocking program to help sustain Southern Flounder populations, which have fallen by about 50% in the last 30 years. More on Southern Flounder at http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/wild/species/flounder/

Trophy Blue Catfish Study


A Fisheries biologist gives the details on a current study to see if Texas can manage for trophy blue catfish.

The Paddlefish Project


The Paddlefish Project A freshwater fish older than the dinosaur is being returned to Caddo Lake in a grand experiment.  Can restored water flows bring back a breeding population of paddlefish?  A broad coalition of partners, from non-profits to landowners and government agencies, is working to answer this question.

Toyota ShareLunker 500 Nets Angler Big Prize


Sam Callaway caught Toyota ShareLunker No. 500 on O.H. Ivie Reservoir near San Angelo during the Permian Basin Oilman's Bass Invitational. The 13.34 lb. bass netted Callaway the special $500/lb prize for a total of $6,670. The bass was taken to the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens. For more information on the Toyota ShareLunker program, including where ShareLunkers have been caught, visit http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/tffc/sharelunker/

Christmas Trees to Fish Habitat


Texas Parks and Wildlife Inland Fisheries staff and the Still Waters Bass Club placed 150 Christmas trees into Stamford Reservior near Abilene to enhance angling opportunities on the lake on January, 28, 2017. Get coordinates on these and other fish attractors around Texas at http://tpwd.texas.gov/fishboat/fish/recreational/lakes/fish_attractors.phtml

Fish in the Viewfinder - Postcard From Texas


Postcard From Texas Watch a Longear sunfish watch the camera in the flowing waters of the Pedernales River.

Wade Fishing Gear


Wade Fishing Gear You really don’t need a lot of fancy gear to go wade fishing, but it helps if you’ve got the right stuff. Get the lowdown on what you need for successful wading.

Make Texas Bass Fishing Bigger and Better by entering the ShareLunker Program


Since 1986, the Texas Parks and Wildlife’s popular Toyota ShareLunker program has been partnering with anglers to promote and enhance bass fishing in Texas. Each season (January 1 through December 31), anglers will have new and exciting opportunities to partner with ShareLunker and be recognized for their achievement and contributions all year long. Join the pursuit and help make bass fishing bigger and better than ever before! at https://texassharelunker.com/ #BiggerBetterBass #TexasFishing

Catching A Fish A Day


Keith Miller is on a quest to catch a fish a day every day for an entire year. He's hoping his quest will get kids interested in fishing and spending time outdoors. Follow his progress on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Catching-a-Fish-a-Day-with-Keith-Miller/178979678799415

Catfish: Fishing For Cats


Here's a story about some Texas-sized catfish and some catfish-crazed Texans. For more information, visit http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/

A Creel Survey


Join a team of fisheries technicians as they perform a creel survey on Lake Conroe. Fisheries biologists doing creel surveys interview anglers, measure fish, and track the number of hours fished. These surveys help get information about the fishing quality and the health of fish populations in the lake.

4 Reasons Cold Weather Fishing is Hot – Advice from a TPWD Fisheries Biologist


Fishing in cold weather has some definite benefits, such as the chances of catching bigger fish, finding groups of fish congregated together, and fewer crowds on the water. Find a place to go fishing at https://tpwd.texas.gov/fishboat/fish/recreational/wheretofish/.

The Crappie Guys


The Crappie Guys Meet Tommy Tidwell, a high school science teacher and part time crappie fishing guide. Tommy spends a lot of time helping anglers learn the finer points of crappie catching. Then there’s Mr. Crappie, Wally Marshall. Everything Wally does revolves around his favorite fish. Everything.

FIELD NOTES: Biologists and Anglers Team Up to Remove Carp from Lake Conroe


Biologists enlisted the aid of rod-and-reel and bow anglers to remove excess triploid grass carp from Lake Conroe in July 2011. The carp have succeeded in removing most of the exotic invasive hydrilla from the lake and are now limiting the growth of desired native vegetation. Biologists are seeking to balance the number of carp in the lake with the amount of hydrilla available for them to eat. http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/newsmedia/releases/?req=20110620a