Due to a low abundance, the Wisconsin DNR has begun a stocking initiative and plans to stock about 9,280 large fingerling walleyes every other fall in even-numbered years.
This is the lowest Bone Lake muskie estimate since 1964, but is still considered a moderate density compared to other muskie lakes.
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Local anglers know the Spread Eagle Chain as a good spot for catching a variety of panfish and game fish species.
In 2018, 24 fish species were captured in nets. Bluegills were the most abundant (10,931) with an average length of 4.8 inches. The largest went 8.2 inches.
Several ponds and stream sections hold panfish, bass, pike and trout.
The largest bluegill captured in 2016 was 9.6 inches, but relative abundance of bluegills has decreased since the previous survey. Perch and black crappies show a similar trend – above average size, but very low
Walleyes viewed as having dual importance because of high angler interest and, as a top predator, can lead to better size structure for other desired species like black crappies and bluegills.
Other than when they’re spawning, there are no physical characteristics to differentiate the winter-run kings from the more traditional summer-run fish. Lake Superior will likely always have a few of both, but not near the
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