When observing the waters of tropical oceans around the world, one species in particular stands out for its intriguing attributes – the tripletail fish. By their scientific name Lobotes surinamensis, these marine animals exhibit unique anatomical and behavioral characteristics that have captured the interest of researchers. We will share more details about this species in … Read more
Rock Cale is known as either “Crinodus lophodon” or “Aplodactylus lophodon” depending on who you want to listen to. It is found from northern New South Wales to northern Victoria. Mostly in shallow waters, while eating algae. Physical Characteristics The rocky waters are home to an unusual resident called the Rock Cale. With its sizable … Read more
I don’t yet have much info on this cougar that was caught on a trail cam near Athens, Arkansas. But it has just turned up after a whole slew of Missouri sightings. Where it came from is still in question. Very unlikely that it has come from Arkansas… talking about the cougar, not the picture. … Read more
This is a picture of one of the best eating fish that swims. It is a pompano. This one isn’t very large, pompano get twice as large quite frequently, but they can make any recipe taste great. The Floridia Pompano range from Massachusetts to Brazil, this includes all the Gulf of Mexico. Florida Pompanos are … Read more
Pecan (Carya Illinoensis) is the best-known of all the Hickories. It can be recognized by thier alternate, pinnately compound leaves with 9 to 15 finely serrate leaflets, 12 to 18 inches long. The nuts are large oblong, brown, splotched with black, thin-shelled nuts, 1 1/2 to 2 inches long. Nuts are in clusters on trees. … Read more
Do you look forward to an enjoyable Saturday morning of fishing occasionally? Are you feeling more anxious lately due to so few game fish that seem to be available? Are you one of the many weekend fishermen who are finding it to be a little less satisfactory when it gets to be a chore to … Read more
The fish picture to the left is probably the most confused fish around. Not only does this fish of the Mackerel family have many common names but one of the common names is actually the name of another fish that looks similiar. The proper common name for this species is False Albacore or Little Tunny. … Read more
Public lands offer opportunities for hunting big bucks. Key strategies include identifying prime spots, effective scouting, and minimizing human disturbance. Success requires consistency, patience, and dedication. Prime Habitats Public lands offer diverse habitats for big bucks. Key areas include heavy cover, steep terrains, and spots near human activity but not frequently hunted. These areas provide … Read more
View a picture of a large lemon fish caught in the Gulf of Mexico out of Venice, Louisiana. Lemon fish are also know as cobia and ling. Cobia is the name in Florida and Ling is used in Texas. Cobia, ling or lemon fish are excellent table fare. Fishing for cobia is often sight fishing. … Read more
The ethical hunter will always pass on questionable shots at deer. Most hunters have a deep admiration for North Americas #1 big game animal. This respect for the animal demands that you only take shots that your skill level allows. This will vary from hunter to hunter. I am admittedly at the bottom of the … Read more