Fishing
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Four native stickleback species are found predominantly in marine and sometimes fresh waters of Connecticut. The males build and guard nests made out of aquatic vegetation, and they become darker and/or more brightly colored during the spawning season.
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Sometimes known as “frostfish.” For unclear reasons, Atlantic tomcod have recently experienced a precipitous decline in Connecticut and throughout much of their range.
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Learn more about this endangered, maybe native, and definitely not parasitic fish!
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The American eel is commonly used for bait and food, but is declining throughout much of its range.
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Learn the where, what, when, how, and why of walleye management in Connecticut!
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Fisheries Division Seasonal Job Opportunities
Learn about seasonal job opportunities with the Fisheries Division!
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Subscribe to our monthly newsletter that has all the info you need to get out fishing!
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Check out CT's Trout Parks! Great trout fishing opportunities right in your backyard.
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Sunfishes and Freshwater Basses
There are eleven sunfish species in Connecticut, only three of which are native.
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Marine Fisheries Updates by Email
Sign up to receive Marine Fisheries updates by email!
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List of registered fishing guides in Connecticut.
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A list of places to fish in CT
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What you need to know to apply for a liberation permit for grass carp - a useful control for nuisance aquatic vegetation.
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Fish Descriptions and Distribution Maps Explained
Learn how to interpret the fish descriptions and distribution maps used to describe the freshwater fishes of Connecticut!
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CARE classes have been temporarily cancelled to help prevent community spread of COVID-19.