Fishing

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• Alewife

  Anadromous alewives are important forage fish for large gamefish such as striped bass and bluefish as well as many other animals, including osprey and marine mammals.

• Herrings

  There are six native species of herring that commonly enter fresh waters in Connecticut.

• Atlantic Menhaden

  Also known as “mossbunker” or simply “bunker.” Menhaden are important forage fish for large predatory fishes such as striped bass and bluefish.

• Atlantic Salmon Management Areas

  Atlantic salmon management and recreational fishing

• Trophy Fish Award Program

  Trophy Fish Award Program

• CT Fishing

  Learn everything you need to get fishing safely, legally, and successfully in the State of Connecticut!

• CARE Fishing Schedule

  Find the right class for you and Fish with CARE today!

• CT Fishing

  Learn everything you need to get fishing safely, legally, and successfully in the State of Connecticut!

• CT Fishing News

  Breaking news and updates related to fishing in Connecticut

• What Is New

  Find out what is new with saltwater fishing in Connecticut.

• Fishing Announcements

  Announcements from the Fisheries Division.

• Burlington Hatchery

  Learn all about the Burlington State Fish Hatchery!

• Fishing Challenge

  Catch one of every fish in this fishing challenge just for Youth Fishing Passport holders!

• Fishing Guide

  Learn everything you need to get out fishing with the Connecticut Fishing Guide! Available online and in print.

• River and Stream Regulations

  Regulations and other information for fishing in rivers and streams in Connecticut.