While many anglers are chasing trout, bass and crappie, May is also a great time to catch bluegill and redear sunfish.

These are the prettiest freshwater fish, from vibrant brook trout and pumpkinseed sunfish to majestic lake sturgeon. Check out how these species made our list!

As we build to a full moon, as opposed to leaving a full moon, currents and tides ramp up, which excites the quality fish in our waters.

The panfish bite has been picking up on local lakes. The bow fishing opener was worked, enforcement action was taken for people taking fish without a license. A report of a 330 stolen trap was taken.