The feisty bowfin is a rare catch along the Lake Erie shoreline, and in canals and marshes around the area. Avid angler Mitch Geduldig, 11, caught this 23-inch trophy while fishing a boat channel in Port Clinton recently. His father, Brad, has been fishing Lake Erie for more than 40 years, and Mitch’s trophy, also known as a dog fish and mudfish, is the first he’s ever seen. While bowfin are not good table fare, they are known for their sharp teeth and ability to fight.
Wow! He will have memories to share with his children and grandchildren one day!! He will never forget this day. ❤️