Rock bass ties record (2004-09-07)
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lot of anglers on Lake Winnibigoshish would throw back a fish like this
because they are seeking walleye, but William Young from Waukesha, Wis.
recognized a record-sized rock bass when he caught it.
"We know there are some big rock bass in Winnie," said Chris Kavanaugh,
Grand Rapids area fisheries supervisor. "But, most rock bass caught by
anglers are overlooked because people are fishing for walleye, northern
pike, or perch on most lakes."
Young's rock bass is tied for the record. It weighed 2 pounds 0 ounces with
a length of 12 5/8 inches and a girth of 12 3/8 inches. Young caught the
fish while trolling with a minnow on Aug. 3.
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