Elusive Potomac River Muskie, Dubbed Fish 691, Caught for First Time After Years of DNR Study

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January 22, 2026Angler Garrett Davis of Clear Spring landed a 16-year-old tagged muskie in January 2026 that has been studied by Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) biologists for more than a decade. Photo courtesy Garrett Davis, used with permission…

Fish Are Spawning In The Chicago River Another Sign The Once Contaminated Waterway Is Rebounding

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A new study suggests at least 24 species of fish are reproducing in the urban river, adding to the evidence that it is getting cleaner and healthier.

The Wisdom of Fish Schools

Nautilus

How animals—including us—outsource decision-making to a network.

What Happens to Animals in The Ocean During a Hurricane?

ScienceAlert

When strong hurricanes hit land, the uprooted trees, destroyed homes, and other devastation are highly visible. What happens in the marine environments where they churn water and disrupt sediment isn't always as obvious.

These Clever Fish Have Mastered the Fakeout

Trumpetfish like to snack on damselfish and shrimp in coral reefs and sea grass beds around the world. But with 20-inch long bodies and conspicuously large snouts, they need tricks to sneak up on their prey.