Ohio Fish Species

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Guide's Targeted Fish Species In July

Channel Catfish

Channel Catfish

Good Odds

Common Carp

Common Carp

Good Odds

Muskellunge

Good Odds

Northern Pike

Northern Pike

Good Odds

Sauger

Sauger

Excellent Odds

Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass

Average Odds

Striped Bass

Striped Bass
Out of Season

Walleye

Walleye

Excellent Odds

Poor Odds
Average Odds
Good Odds
Excellent Odds

River Jet Outfitters - Top Species in July

Common Ohio Fish Species Questions


What species of fish are native to Ohio?

Ohio is home to a variety of native fish species, including bass, catfish, crappie, and walleye, creating a diverse and exciting fishing landscape. River Jet Outfitters, with their extensive knowledge of Ohio's waterways, provides the perfect platform for anglers to target and reel in these native fish species, ensuring a rewarding and memorable fishing experience.


What is the official fish of Ohio?

The official fish of Ohio is the saugeye, a hybrid species resulting from the crossbreeding of a sauger and a walleye. River Jet Outfitters, with their expertise in Ohio's fishing scene, offers anglers the chance to target saugeye and other native species, providing a unique opportunity to catch the official fish of the state.


How many fish live in Ohio?

Ohio boasts a diverse aquatic ecosystem, hosting numerous fish species that call its lakes and rivers home, including bass, catfish, crappie, and more. With River Jet Outfitters' extensive knowledge of Ohio's fisheries, anglers have the opportunity to explore and catch a wide variety of fish, making every fishing expedition an exciting and fruitful experience.


A River Jet Outfitters Fishing Charter targets the top Ohio Fish species including Smallmouth Bass, Striped Bass, Carp, Catfish, Muskellunge (Musky), Northern Pike, Sauger, Walleye. We primarily Fish the Mad River, Island Park Reservoir.