Are Minnesota’s Muskies Too Large? Officials See Fewer Small Fish

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Anglers are flocking to Minnesota seeking another season of trophy-sized muskellunge, but Department of Natural Resources (DNR) officials are saying that fishermen might find fewer fish this time around. An unexpected phenomenon has cropped up in the state's waters: muskies are growing larger, but the overall population appears to be declining. According to the Twin Cities Pioneer Press, a recent survey in Lake Bemidji found only 500 to 600 adult muskies---a low number...
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