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Freshwater Fish of North America Field Guide

Freshwater Fish of North America Field Guide - Paperback

by Dave Bosanko, Dan Johnson
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Availability:In StockContributor:Dave Bosanko, Dan JohnsonSeries:Fish Identification GuidesPublish date:3/3/2026Pages:312
Language:EnglishPublisher:Adventure PublicationsISBN-13:9781647556068ISBN-10:1647556066UPC:9781647556068Book Category:Sports & Recreation, Nature, Family & RelationshipsBook Subcategory:Fishing, Animals, ActivitiesBook Topic:FishSize:5.90 x 4.40 x 0.60 inchesWeight:0.5512Product ID:SCMHRNYQPT

Identify your catch with the definitive field guide to nearly 1,200 freshwater fish of the United States and Canada.


Freshwater fishing is a perfect outdoor activity for all ages and skill levels. There's a whole world to discover beneath the surface of North America's lakes, rivers, and streams. Whether you're casting for bass, spotting an unfamiliar species, or simply exploring aquatic life, the Freshwater Fish of North America Field Guide by Dave Bosanko and Dan Johnson is the ultimate guide to the fish you'll find. When you're not sure what you reeled in, pull this handy guide out of your tackle box and narrow your choices by family (based on visual characteristics). Then identify your prize with the intricately detailed fish illustrations. Further verify the type of fish using the "Similar Species" comparisons.


Book Features:


  • Detailed information about nearly 1,200 species

  • Professional illustrations--perfect for fish identification

  • Helpful facts about habitat preferences, feeding behavior, and reproduction

  • Expert fishing tips, including recommended baits and techniques for dozens of species

  • Bonus content on fish anatomy, invasive species, and responsible angling practices

This authoritative guide blends scientific detail with practical advice, making it perfect for anglers, educators, and nature lovers. Learn how fish navigate their underwater environments and discover new techniques to improve your success on the water.

Language:EnglishPublisher:Adventure PublicationsISBN-13:9781647556068ISBN-10:1647556066UPC:9781647556068Book Category:Sports & Recreation, Nature, Family & RelationshipsBook Subcategory:Fishing, Animals, ActivitiesBook Topic:FishSize:5.90 x 4.40 x 0.60 inchesWeight:0.5512Product ID:SCMHRNYQPT

Dave Bosanko spent 30 years as staff biologist at two of the University of Minnesota's field stations. An avid fisherman and naturalist, he has long enjoyed applying his extensive field research to patterning fish location and behavior, and observing how these fascinating species interact with one another in the underwater web of life. He lives north of Minnesota's Twin Cities.


Dan Johnson began his journey in outdoor communications in the late 1980s, penning fishing and hunting columns for local newspapers. Along the way, each new step led to editorial, public relations, and event marketing positions that further fueled his desire to share a love of the outdoors with audiences from all walks of American life. He lives north of Minnesota's Twin Cities.


Publisher: Adventure Publications

Contributor(s)

Dave Bosanko, Dan Johnson

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Dave Bosanko, Dan Johnson

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