Episode Details

Is there really more than one species of smallmouth bass? This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, the crew dives into groundbreaking research suggesting the fish we all know may actually be made up of four distinct evolutionary lineages.

Plus, University of Victoria PhD candidate Wesley Greenree joins the show to explain how everyday anglers are helping scientists study Chinook salmon by collecting stomach samples, revealing surprising changes in the Pacific food chain and what they could mean for the future of our fisheries.

Also in this episode:

•  Could British Columbia produce the next Canadian record largemouth bass? 
•  Clearing up misconceptions about Apple AirTags and Bluetooth tracking 
•  A fascinating Northern Ontario walleye tournament format 
•  Proper tick removal and Lyme disease prevention 
•  The latest Fishing Canada updates and new merchandise 

Whether you're a hardcore angler or just love learning about fish and conservation, this is one episode you won't want to miss.