Longnose Gar

Lepisosteus osseus

Up to 72 in.

Up to 50 lbs.

Very long snout w/ one row of teeth; long, cylindrical body; brown on top, lighter on sides; white belly; tail, dorsal & anal fins w/ large spots; thick scales

MN State Record

Weight: 16 lbs 12 ozLength: 53 in.Girth: 16.5 in.Place: St. Croix River near Prescott
County: WashingtonCaught: 5/4/1982