Burbot Fishing Tips, World Record & Biology
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Burbot

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Family Game Fish
Burbot

Biology & Profile

As a prominent member of the family, the Burbot provides excellent sport in US waters. The burbot (Lota lota), also known as bubbot, mariah, loche, cusk, freshwater cod, freshwater ling, freshwater cusk, the lawyer, coney-fish, lingcod, or eelpout, is a species of coldwater ray-finned fish native to the subarctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere. It is the only member of the genus Lota, and is the only freshwater species of the order Gadiformes. The species is closely related to marine fish such as the common ling and cusk, all of which belong to the family Lotidae (rocklings).

Habitat & Diet

The ideal habitat for Burbot typically consists of Lakes, Reservoirs, Rivers.

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Fishing Tips & Best Baits

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Quick Stats

Optimal Temp 50.0°F - 80.0°F