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Fisheries Management

Angler Surveys

Anglers are a valuable source of information about fish population characteristics, fish survival rates and other information of value to fisheries managers. Information on current or ongoing angler surveys is presented here.

Aquaculture

Aquatic Nuisance Species

For more information on Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) in Georgia follow the links below:

Bass Tournament Creel Summaries - Annual Georgia Tournament Reports

The Wildlife Resources Division, Fisheries Section has contracted with Dr. Carl Quertermus of the State University of West Georgia since the mid-1970s for annual creel reports based on data from Georgia B.A.S.S. Chapter Federation tournaments.

Fisheries Section Annual Reports

Fisheries Management Section annual reports of activities, accomplishments and expenses by fiscal year (FY). FY 2003 = July 1, 2002 - June 30, 2003, and so on. Paper copies of reports for FY 1979-1999 are available upon request. Call 770-761-3014.

Fisheries Section Research Reports and Abstracts

This area contains abstracts and final reports from research projects conducted by the Fisheries Management Section. This area is under development & new items will be added as they are available.

Georgia Walleye Production and Fishing Information

Did you know that there are walleye in Georgia? Find out more about WRD efforts to produce them for Georgia's anglers and learn how to sucessfully target these fish.

Lake Sturgeon Reintroduction to the Coosa River Basin

Forty years have passed since lake sturgeon were caught from the rivers in Northwest Georgia. This magnificent fish is now getting a second chance in the Coosa River Basin with a little help from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

Public Water Fisheries Management

Fishing is the most popular wildlife-related activity in Georgia. About 1.15 million resident anglers enjoy a variety of trout streams, warmwater streams and impoundments. The Fisheries Section manages these resources through several important activities.

Stocking and Pond Management

Follow the links below for more information on pond management and places to by fish for your pond.

Stream Survey Team

For information about Georgia’s Stream Survey Team and Standard Operation Procedures follow the links below:

Tagging Studies

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) periodically tags fish for research purposes on various water bodies in the state. Find out more information about studies that are currently being conducted.