Genetic study scrutinizes state of Minnesota burbot

St. Paul — From rough fish to game fish, the state’s burbot population is getting some fresh data to try to improve future management. Beth Holbrook and Kristen Patterson, fisheries research scientists for the DNR, launched a genetic study in 2024 in a collaborative effort with anglers to better understand the species. The data collected will help area fisheries managers gauge the genetic health of local populations of eelpout and how they respond to changes in angling pressure, water temperatures and invasive species. The post Genetic study scrutinizes state of Minnesota burbot appeared first on Outdoor News.