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Iowa’s fishing opportunities are as diverse as the fish you can catch. Choose one of Iowa's most popular species listed below for tips and techniques from the experts, our DNR fisheries biologists.

Six Iowa Fish that Put Up the Biggest Fight

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Bass, Hybrid Striped

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Hybrid Striped Bass

Bluegill

Fishing for Bluegill

Muskellunge

Musky
Fishing for Muskie

Bass, Largemouth

Largemouth Bass
Fishing for Largemouth

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Fishing for Bullhead

Trout

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Fishing for Trout

Bass, Smallmouth

Small Mouth Bass
Fishing for Smallmouth

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Channel Catfish

Walleye

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Fishing for Walleye

Bass, Yellow

Fishing for Yellow Bass

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Yellow Perch

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