Tiger Muskellunge
Esox masquinongy × Esox lucius
Also called tiger muskie
Tiger muskellunge is a sterile hybrid cross between a true muskellunge and northern pike. They are known for their aggressive nature and distinctive tiger-like barring pattern.
Tiger Muskellunge at a glance
- Scientific name
- Esox masquinongy × Esox lucius
- Typical size
- 30-45 inches, 10-25 lbs
- Water
- Freshwater
- Habitat
- Freshwater
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Rare
Habitat
Tiger muskies are stocked in many freshwater lakes and reservoirs throughout the northern United States. Anglers target them using large lures, live bait, and heavy tackle around weed edges, drop-offs, and structure. They prefer cooler waters and are most active during spring and fall.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a tiger muskellunge through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksTiger Muskellunge questions people ask
Tiger Muskellunge is Esox masquinongy × Esox lucius. Anglers also call it tiger muskie.
A typical tiger muskellunge runs 30-45 inches, 10-25 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every tiger muskellunge you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Tiger muskies are stocked in many freshwater lakes and reservoirs throughout the northern United States. Anglers target them using large lures, live bait, and heavy tackle around weed edges, drop-offs, and structure. They prefer cooler waters and are most active during spring and fall. It is a fresh water species, filed under freshwater in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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