Fishing

Trap net safety on the Great Lakes

TRAP NETS Trap nets are large underwater nets used by commercial fishers to catch whitefish and let sportfish go. They pose a potential hazard for anglers and other boaters. Downriggers, fishing lines, and propellors can get caught in the nets or…

Fish kill or diseased fish - what should I do?

If you catch a diseased fish or observe a fish kill take the following steps:

Fish diseases

Even though we are reporting on fish disease in Wisconsin, we encourage you to continue to enjoy your fishing experiences. The information we have gathered for you is to help prevent the spread of the diseases and as information so you know what…

All Wisconsin waters have consumption recommendations

Waters, where higher concentrations of mercury have been found in fish, are highlighted in dark blue. Waters with higher concentrations of PCBs are shown in green and include Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Green Bay and several larger rivers. The…

Questions and answers about eating fish

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Comer lo que se pesca: cómo tomar decisiones saludables

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Preguntas y respuestas sobre el consumo de pescado

¿Qué contaminantes se acumulan en los peces de Wisconsin y qué medidas

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Eating your catch - making healthy choices

Eating your catch can be part of a healthy, balanced diet. Fish are generally low in unhealthy saturated fats and high in protein. Fish contain vitamins and minerals and are the primary food source for healthy omega-3 fats. Studies suggest that…