Reader Hugh Jarse sent us this photo of a big alligator gar he caught recently.
Caught with only 8 pound tackle and a small hook, Hugh was obviously not expecting a fish like this to end up at the end of his line, and did not come prepared with a big enough landing net.
According to Hugh, he caught the fish at a pond near his home (probably out-grew someone’s fish tank), is between 4 to 5 feet in length and put up a great fight.
Thanks, Hugh.
It would appear there is a breeding pair in there as there are some very small ones in the same pond. Only a couple of inches long but you can identify the snout easily. Good feeding for all the Snakeheads in there too I guess. Not been able to catch the big one again yet but not from lack of trying!
That’s cool. It’s not easy to hook an alligator gar. All the best and keep us updated on the action!