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Category |
Musky/Pike |
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Species |
Muskellunge |
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Scientific Name
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Esox masquinongy |
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Other Names |
Musky, Lunge |
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Freshwater |
Yes |
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Saltwater |
No |
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Habitat |
Juvenile fish tend to
frequent shallow vegetated areas, while larger adults
are equally at home roaming open water. Hybridization
between muskellunge and northern Pike is common, with
the offspring referred to as tiger muskies. Where
pike and muskellunge exist together, adult muskellunge
tend to have a competitive advantage in areas with some
current. |
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Size |
In most parts of the
country catching a 50 inch fish is considered a mark of
excellence, but it's the potential for monsters in
excess of 60 inches that fuels the dreams of many
die-hard musky fanatics. |
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Record |
69 lbs 11 oz |
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Angling Qualities
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The strikes are often
crushing, followed by short, strong runs and powerful
headshakes
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