Fraser River Canada Sturgeon Fishing


• The Fraser River is the largest and most productive watershed in British Columbia, Canada.
• It is home to several wildlife species including the threatened Canadian sturgeon.
• The species has suffered from overfishing, habitat loss, and pollution but has made a comeback since the 1990s.
• The unique fish has been protected by law and thanks to conservation efforts, adult sturgeon can now be found in all reaches of the Fraser River in Canada.
• Sturgeons are an ancient species that have survived for over 150 million years.
• Sturgeons live in freshwater rivers, lakes and coastal areas and are important for the ecosystem because they consume large amounts of aquatic insects, algae, and small crustaceans.
• They are also a food source for many animals, including fish, birds, and marine mammals.
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In the Fraser River, Canada, Sturgeon fishing is best done in the lower portion of the river. This is where sturgeons are most commonly found.
• The best time to fish for sturgeon in the lower Fraser River in Canada is from October to April. • During this time, sturgeons are spawning in the river.
• If you want to catch these large sturgeons, you’ll need a BC fishing license, which Kilby Lodge has.
• In the Fraser River, Canada, Sturgeon fishing can be done with a variety of different equipment.
• If you are looking to use a rod and reel, you’ll need a rod between 10 and 12 feet long. If you are using a gaff, you’ll need a long pole with a long, wooden handle.