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Forward-Facing Sonar Just Broke Electrofishing Science
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The Serious Angler Bass Fishing Podcast sits down with Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation fisheries biologist Nate Hall for a deep dive into black bass management, harvest regulations, and cutting-edge electrofishing research. Nate breaks down Oklahoma's landmark 2022 length-limit change, why statewide bass harvest rates sit under 3%, and how genetic stunting affects bass growth in lakes across the country. The episode also covers groundbreaking forward-facing sonar research showing electrofishing boats miss up to 70% of large bass, plus Florida bass stocking success at the 34th parallel and fish care education for tournament anglers. A must-listen for bass anglers, fisheries students, and anyone interested in lake management, tournament fishing regulations, and bass biology.
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