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Game fishes of the United States

February 3, 2026

Game fish, sport fish, or regulated fish species are popular among recreational anglers. These species are managed by states, jurisdictions, or territories to limit their harvest and maintain healthy fish stocks. Game fish have significant economic importance and represent an essential component of fish communities. This game fish classification serves as the first public designation of game fish, based on the regulations established by each state, Washington D.C. and Guam.

Publication Year 2026
Title Game fishes of the United States
DOI 10.5066/P1RHAUFE
Authors Logan (Contractor) D Stratton, Wesley M Daniel, Daniel J Wieferich, Jared A. Ross, Arthur Cooper
Product Type Data Release
Record Source USGS Asset Identifier Service (AIS)
USGS Organization Wetland and Aquatic Research Center - Gainesville, FL
Rights This work is marked with CC0 1.0 Universal
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