Mutant Fish or Media Hype?

I’d like to start by saying I’m sure there are mutant fish out there, but this is not on of them. Have a look for yourself.

This fish has been big news in Alberta, Canada since it was caught by some children in Lake Athabasca on August 15th. There has been a growing concern about environmental damage in the area and this “two mouthed” fish is believed to by a product of pollution. Now, I hate pollution as much as the next guy, but animals mutate with or without pollution. More importantly this is not a mutant fish, its a fish that was most likely on a stringer and had its lower jaw torn. The real news on this fish, that no body seems to be acknowledging, is that it may not be a fish native to Canada. I’ve fished all over Canada and never seen anything like it. I honestly have no idea what type of fish it is, but I would love to know – anyone out there recognize the above fish?

UPDATE – It’s a goldeye and they are common in Alberta. Thanks Dwayne!

You may be wondering how I’m so sure that the fish really has only one mouth, well its not the first time we’ve seen news about a two mouth fish. Here are two examples of fish that were said to have two mouths only to be disproved.

Anyway, I’d love to see what a real scientist has to say about this.

UPDATE 2 – According to the Canadian Encyclopedia, goldeyes have many small sharp teeth on their jaws and tongues.

via CBC

July IGFA Records

There were some incredible catches last month, including the new mens junior world record blue marlin weighing 890lbs!

More awesome catches at IGFA

Fly Fishing Tattoos

We just got an email from the trout fanatics at swittersb.wordpress.com with some great fly fishing tattoos. Not only do they share our love of fishing, but they share our love of tattoos as well! Speaking of tattoos, I’ll be getting some new ink next week for my birthday, and it is most certainly going to be a fishing tattoo!

My son, Tony, and I would be honored if you would post our tattoos.

Tattoos by Jerry Ware, Atlas Tattoos in Portland, Oregon.

Razorback!

Introducing the AuSable Razorback, the demon trout from hell!

When Pike Attack!

We’ve posted this video in the past, but since we’re celebrating pike, why not post an old favorite!

The Trout Bum Diaries

I’ve been following the adventures of team AEG for a while now. These guys are living the dream, traveling around the world fishing remote locations. Luckily for us these guys carry camera equipment everywhere they go and have filmed some incredible footage over the years. Their full feature films can be seen at the Fly Fishing Film Tour which is currently in Bellingham, Washington USA. For information on where you can check out the tour visit their schedule page. You can also purchase DVDs of their previous adventures at AEG Media.

I’d love to take an adventure with these guys…if only I had a fly fishing reel – oh wait, I do!