Northern Pike
Esox lucius
�Actions
–Fines
–Unregulated fishing
–Ice fishing
http://www.maine.gov/ifw/fishing/species/management_plans/northernpike.pdf
�Non-Native
�Problems
–Carnivorous
–Rapid growth
–Long lifespan
Non-Native
1970�s- Illegally introduced to Belgrade lakes
Migration and further illegal introduction
Problems
Carnivorous- feed on fish 1/2 to 1/3 size
Rapid Growth- 10 to 15 inches within first year
Long lifespan- Up to 15 years
Actions
Fines for illegal introductions
Fish poisons- unpopular, impractical
Unregulated fishing- Ice fishing
Little success or promise (BRAUTIGAM 2001)