What is sauger fish?

The sauger (Sander canadensis) is a freshwater fish species that is closely related to the walleye. It is native to North America and is found in rivers and lakes in the Mississippi River basin as well as in the Great Lakes region.

Sauger are olive-brown in color with darker blotches and have a streamlined body shape similar to a walleye. They can grow up to 24 inches in length and weigh around 5 pounds, although most sauger caught by anglers are smaller than this.

Sauger are predatory fish and primarily feed on smaller fish, crustaceans, and insects. They are known for their voracious appetite and can be caught using a variety of fishing techniques, including jigging and trolling.

Sauger are popular among recreational anglers for their fighting ability and tasty flesh. They are also important to the commercial fishing industry in some areas.

Overall, sauger are a resilient and adaptable fish species that thrive in a variety of freshwater habitats throughout North America.