The 2025 sturgeon season on Black Lake came to a quick end after just 17 minutes, with the quota of six sturgeons being filled by seven fish. Nearly 800 anglers participated in the event, traveling from across the Great Lakes region. The seven sturgeon that were caught will have their data collected to help monitor the health of the population. One fish, measuring 62 inches, had a tag dating back to 2010, showcasing successful conservation efforts. The previous record for the season was 35 minutes, making this year’s season the shortest on record. Sturgeon fishing in Michigan is tightly controlled and strictly regulated to protect the species, which were once decimated by commercial fishing. Lake sturgeon are a keystone species in Michigan and play an important role in the Great Lakes ecosystem. The Detroit River is another popular spot for sturgeon fishing, with strict rules in place to protect the population. The season was canceled last year due to lack of ice, but this year’s icy conditions allowed for a successful and quick season. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources provided details on the season, with information sourced from previous stories on sturgeon fishing in Michigan.
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