What is the biggest bass caught in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts freshwater catch & keep records

Species	Lbs.	Water
Largemouth Bass	15	Sampson Pond, Carver
Northern Pike	35	Quacumquasit Pond, Brookfield
Rainbow Trout	13	Wachusett Reservoir
Smallmouth Bass	8	Wachusett Reservoir

What is the biggest fish ever caught in Massachusetts?

A fisherman in Shrewsbury caught the largest carp on record in Massachusetts, as well as the heaviest freshwater fish ever recorded in the state, according to the MetroWest Daily News. The carp weighs in at 46 pounds, 5 ounces and boats a 28-inch girth.

Are there alligator gar in Massachusetts?

Alligator gar once existed through the Mississippi River and its tributaries all the way from Ohio to Illinois and down to the Gulf of Mexico. They now however, only live in in the Mississippi River valley from Arkansas southward (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services, n.d., para.

What fish are native to Massachusetts?

massachusetts native fishes Runs of anadromous American shad, alewives, lamprey, as well as rare Atlantic and shortnose sturgeon are also present. Mysterious American eels can be found throughout much of the state along with redfin pickerel, chain pickerel, and numerous other native fish species.

What fish is Massachusetts known for?

Commonly Caught Species

• Striped Bass. Striped bass is our most sought-after species, providing great sport through catch and release fishing and great eating when you catch a “keeper”.
• Bluefish.
• Black Sea Bass.
• Tautog.
• Scup.
• Weakfish (Squeteague)
• Winter Flounder.
• Mackerel.

Can alligators survive in Massachusetts?

Although sightings of alligators in Massachusetts are rare, there have been several sightings of gators across southern U.S. states over the last few months. The reptiles thrive in summer conditions but sometimes remain dormant in winter as the cool temperatures slow down their metabolism.

Are there barracuda in Massachusetts?

Occurrence in the Gulf of Maine— Young fry, a few inches long, have been taken from time to time in Vineyard Sound, however, and in Buzzards Bay on the southern coast of Massachusetts between July and December.

Whats the biggest crappie ever caught?

It’s official, Lionel Ferguson’s 5-pound, 7-ounce black crappie is the new IGFA All-Tackle world record! Caught on May 15, 2018 in Richeison Pond, in Loudon County. Ferguson’s monster crappie replaced the previous record of 5 pound which was set back in 2006.

Does Boston have alligators?