| Around 10% of the world's total fish species can be found just within the Great Barrier Reef. |
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| The toxin in puffer fish is 1200 times deadlier than cyanide. |
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| Strange fish facts |
| Many Fish can taste without even opening their mouths. |
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| Fish Facts |
| Most brands of lipstick contain fish scales |
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| American Lobsters have longer life spans than both cats and dogs, living over 20 years. |
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| When you need a good reason to go fishing! |
| Going fishing outdoors increases your vitamin D, which helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in your body, keeping your bones and teeth healthy. It boosts your immune system and has been linked to fighting depression. |
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| Some fishes lay their eggs on land instead of in the water |
| The mudskipper even takes this further, even mating on land. These fish burrow and lay their eggs in mudflats before returning to the water. |
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| In three decades, the world's oceans will contain more discarded plastic than fish when measured by weight, researchers say. |
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| As of 2020, there were 34,000 known fish species around world. That’s more than the number of species in all other vertebrates: birds, reptiles, mammals, and amphibians combined. |
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| God Bless The Troops |
| We sleep safely in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. - George Orwell |
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| One fish is called a fish. Two or more are still called fish. |
| However than one species of fish are called fishes. |
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| Did you know that |
About 60% of US Anglers practice catch and release.
Women make up about 33% of fresh water anglers and
about 85% of fresh water anglers begin fishing at 12 years old. |
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| Just how man species of fish are there? |
| As of 2020, there were 34,000 known fish species around world. That’s more than the number of species in all other vertebrates: birds, reptiles, mammals, and amphibians combined. |
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| Even Catfish are finicky |
| Taste Buds ? Catfish have a more refined sense of flavor than humans. Our 10,000 taste buds may seem like a lot, but catfish can have as many as 175,000. This helps them find the exact location of their next meal. |
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Feb 22, 2018; 03:57AM
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Category: Guide Services
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Name for Contacts: Costa Rica Fads
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Phone: 1-800-388-9957
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City: Quepos
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State: Puntarenas
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Country: Costa Rica
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Costa Rica Fads is one of the top
charters for offshore & FAD fishing
in Quepos, Costa Rica. Costa Rica
FAD Fishing offers some of the best
fishing in the World.
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April 2004 Best fishing photo contest
$50 free fishing tackle for the photo with the most votes. Contest open to all anglers 8 contestants minimum to start the contest. Sponsored by Emperor Tackle
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Elizabeth Hauck55 lbsRooster Fish |
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Aug 9, 2023; 11:24PM - Interesting fish hook find
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Category: Fish Facts
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Author Name: Fish hooks
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Tip&Trick Description 1:
Was shark meat a part of the cuisine in ancient Israel over 6,000 years ago? Archaeologists
have recently uncovered a significant clue suggesting so. In the archaeological site of
Ashkelon, one of the oldest copper fishhooks was found, shedding light on the past. This
fishhook, originating from an agricultural village during the Chalcolithic period, is believed
to have played a role in community-wide deep-sea fishing expeditions.
Ashkelon, a city layered with history, was constructed atop an ancient seaport bearing the same
name. Its roots extend as far back as ancient Egypt, with previous findings unearthing
structures from the Byzantine and Roman eras. The discovered hook measures approximately 6.5
centimeters in length and 4 centimeters in width. This size indicates its capacity to capture
marine creatures, including sharks measuring between 2 and 3 meters, or large fish like tuna—
both commonly found in the Mediterranean Sea.
Considering the insights marine biologists possess about the deep-sea ecosystems in this
region, it's plausible that sharks were a prime target for these fishing endeavors. |
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Dec 9, 2007; 09:35PM - Custom Fit Boat Cover
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Category: [other]
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Price: Varies
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Name for Contacts: Elite Outdoors
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State: MO
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Country: USA
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Description 1:
When only the best will do! A perfect fit: measured, tucked, darted and approved by Hurricane's own pattern and design craftsman. Vulnerable wear and stress points are double reinforced with an extra tough material sewn to the underside of the cover. An unbreakable 1/4' poly draw rope sewn with the perimeter hem enables the cover to be cinched tight to the hull. 1' poly loops are sewn around the perimeter of the cover to accept a Hurricane strap/buckle tie down kit, bungee cords, or rope ties for positive securing to the boat. Built tough to take the exposure and abuse that boat covers are exposed to when trailering, storing, or mooring.
Westland has over 16,000 Exact Fit Custom Cover patterns for over 200 different boat manufacturers. You will have your choice of 3 fabrics and over 30 colors.
To check to see if we have a custom cover pattern for your boat please Email Us your year - make - model - any accessories like towers, swim platforms, bow rails, radar archs, etc. |
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Sharkskin color chart...also, available in Sunbrella |
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Dec 11, 2004; 02:06PM - If You've Never Caught a Sail, Try Guatemala Now
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Category: Saltwater Fly Fishing Reports
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Author Name: Gary Graham
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REPORT FROM GARY GRAHAM'S BAJA ON THE FLY:
PROVIDING QUALITY SALTWATER FLY-FISHING 365 DAYS A YEAR SOUTH OF THE BORDER.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: bajafly@bajafly.com
USA toll-free (800) 919-2252 or 760/746-7260; Mexico 011-52-624-14-10373
Dec. 11, 2004. Report covers the period Sat.-Fri. (12/03-12/10)
EAST CAPE, MAGDALENA BAY, ZIHUATANEJO, MEXICO; AND SAN JOSE, GUATEMALA CONDITIONS
EAST CAPE
IN GENERAL: Winter has definitely arrived and fishing has begun its annual slow down. Still a few fish to be had on the good days; (“good days” are defined on those with No Wind). Billfish and tuna on the outside and inshore still a few dorado for the persistent ones. Sierra have surfaced again, so wire is in order.
AIR & SEA –
Water temperature 71-75
Air temperature 62-81
Humidity about 64%
Wind: NE 8 mph
Conditions: Scattered Clouds
Visibility 15 miles
Sunrise 6:55 a.m. MST
Sunset 5:36 p.m. MST
Dec. 11, New; Dec. 18, First Quarter; Dec. 26, Full; Jan. 3, Last Quarter.
OFFSHORE: Few billfish and tuna for the lucky.
INSHORE: Sierra have begun their annual snap, so bring some wire.
BEACH: Get there early. There are till a few roosters, jacks and plenty of ladyfish to keep things interesting.
BILLFISH – Best down to the south.
YELLOWFIN TUNA – Still a few with the porpoise.
DORADO – Look closer to shore between La Ribera and the lighthouse.
ROOSTERFISH\\JACK CREVALLE – Challenging.
BARRILETE OR MEXICAN SKIPJACK – Breezing schools in front of La Ribera if the wind is backed off.
PARGO AND CABRILLA – Only a few on the rocky points.
SIERRA – Bring wire or lots of flies!
MAGDALENA BAY, BAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO
IN GENERAL: Offshore has produced consistently good action with the few boats in the area reporting 3-5 billfish a day along with a few dorado, tuna and fewer wahoo. The best action being found is in the southern sector below Punta Tosca. Inshore, the San Carlos area reported spotty fishing including corvina, cabrilla and a few leopard grouper. Mag Bay Outfitters reported fair-to-good fishing in the mangroves for a few snook, grouper, pargo and sierra near Boca Santo Domingo.
For a comprehensive update on the conservation issues at Magdalena Bay
http://www.seawatch.org/newsroom/mag_bay/Magdalena_Bay_en.pdf
Water Temperature 69-75
Air Temperature 68-74
Humidity 76%
Wind West 6 mph
Conditions: Clear
Visibility 3 miles
Sunrise 7:01 a.m. MST
Sunset 5:38 p.m. MST
Dec. 11, New; Dec. 18, First Quarter; Dec. 26, Full; Jan. 3, Last Quarter.
YELLOWTAIL – A few firecrackers at the entrada with a few larger fish hanging closer to the bottom.
CORVINA – Still around, but the size class is much smaller than earlier in the year.
SNOOK – Northern end of the bay seems to be the most productive.
HALIBUT – Sand beaches and a slowly retrieved Clouser should do the trick.
SIERRA – Only small ones.
ZIHUATANEJO, MAINLAND MEXICO
IN GENERAL: The blue water remains close, but it has been influenced by a cooler current. The water temperatures have dropped at least 4 degrees and slowed the sailfish bite.
At the beginning of the week, we wound up the Baja on the Fly Sails and Tales fly-fishing tournament. On the last day (12/6), every boat had hookups, but most fish were lost. Several boats were raising between 6 and 8 fish each, but getting the hook set proved to be another situation. For the complete results, go to
http://www.bajafly.com/sailsandtales/2004SATresults.htm
Towards the end of the week, due to the cooler water, the conventional gear fishermen are now only averaging about 1 or 2 fish per boat per day.
The action will definitely pick up later this week as conditions stabilize and new fish come into the area.
The cooler water has brought in the tuna however, with the big blue marlin never far behind. Some large tuna to 180 pounds have been taken at the 22 mile mark, with a lot of smaller yellowfin in as close as 4-miles off the beach.
The hot roosterfish bite has also been affected by the cooler current. Things have slowed considerably for Adolpho on the “Dos Hermanos” with only 4 roosters caught yesterday (Fri.) That is a considerable reduction when you consider he had one day last week with 18 roosters.
However, Adolpho did tell me this morning the huge jacks have moved in, and he is getting several a day from 18- to 25-pounds.
Water Temperature 80-84
Air Temperature 77-89
Humidity 94%
Wind Calm
Conditions: Scattered Clouds 8,000 ft
Visibility 6 miles
Sunrise 7:06 a.m. CST
Sunset 6:12 p.m. CST
Dec. 11, New; Dec. 18, First Quarter; Dec. 26, Full; Jan. 3, Last Quarter.
Baja on the Fly's Zihuatanejo report by Ed Kunze
SAN JOSE, GUATEMALA
IN GENERAL: This past week the fishing has blown wide open in Guatemala and is as hot as it gets! Many boats are experiencing more than 50 releases per day, and several are having personal best days. One boat also had 27 releases on the fly. A few marlin have made showings, but have been difficult, and dorado are around. The weather has been great overall, and those guys that have come down fishing are all smiles after they recover from the non-stop action. If the action holds, this should be one incredible season that you won’t want to miss!
Water Temperature 78-82
Air Temperature 82-86
Humidity 100 %
Wind NE 8 mph
Conditions: Scattered Clouds
Visibility 7 miles
Sunrise 6:17 a.m. CST
Sunset 5:36 p.m. CST
Dec. 11, New; Dec. 18, First Quarter; Dec. 26, Full; Jan. 3, Last Quarter.
San Jose, Guatemala report by Brian Barragy and Lissa McFarland
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