Midwest Fish Species

A fan favorite, bluegill are a worthy target for beginners and experts alike. Brush up on fishing techniques and get pointers on finding new places likely to hold gills.

Pursued for their abundance, availability, and quality as table fare, crappie are a worthy adversary for beginners and advanced anglers alike.

Few fish have a cult following like the largemouth bass. They’re widely available and sure to put up an adrenaline-inducing fight. From finding new lakes to seasonal fishing tips, learn how to catch more largemouth.

Muskie are widely considered the hardest fish to catch in freshwater. Learn how to find the best muskie fishing lakes and how to hunt them once you’re there.

The northern pike is one of the most underappreciated freshwater fish. Anglers who target them know exactly how rewarding they can be. If you’re looking for high rewards, here is guidance on finding and catching pike.

Learn more about smallmouth bass behavior, habitat preferences, and feeding habits so you can be sure to use the right fishing techniques when chasing this hard-fighting freshwater fish.

Walleye can be difficult fish to catch, notorious for their persnickety attitudes. Here is guidance to help you get after more marble eyes.

Anglers in search of quality perch know that finding them is often the most difficult part of the experience. Delve into guidance on finding more perch lakes.