Freshwater
Muskellunge
Esox masquinongy
- Peak season
- Fall (October–November)
- Length range
- 60–140 cm
- Weight range
- 2–30 kg
- Typical depth
- 1–15 m
Habitat
Clear lakes and large rivers with weed beds, rock bars, and points. Prefers cooler water than most warmwater species.
Behavior
Known as 'the fish of 10,000 casts.' Extremely elusive apex predator that follows lures without striking.
Best techniques
- Large bucktails
- Bulldawgs and rubber baits
- Trolling with large crankbaits
- Jerkbaits
