Muskie

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Muskie

Muskellunge (Esox masquinongy), often abbreviated "muskie", is a solitary and somewhat uncommon pike valued as a fighting game fish that is native to North America. They usually have a light silver or greenish body with dark vertical stripes. The species prefers clear waters and usually lurks in aquatic vegetation. Muskies sometimes reach up to 1.8 m (6 ft) and almost 32 kg (70 lb). Most of their diets consist of fish, but can also include crayfish, frogs, ducklings, snakes, mice, other small mammals, and small birds.

Preferred baits:

Shiners

Large Minnows

Preferred lures:

Casting Spoons

Medium Spoons

Shads

Crankbaits

Spinners

Bullet spinners

Poppers

Walkers

Frogs