Walleye Mounts

WALLEYE INFORMATION

Walleye are what is known as ‘potamodromous’ fish, meaning they are migratory in freshwater only. They prefer the deeper, quieter waters of rivers, lakes, and reservoirs and are for the most part nocturnal.

What they eat depends on what’s available at the time, though the menu mostly consists of small fish and insects. This means they are caught with a plethora of different lures and techniques throughout the year.

Walleye are a farmed species, though most are raised to stock lakes and ponds. All-in-all these fish are fun to catch, tasty to eat, and look incredible mounted on the wall. Send us a photo, get a free quote, and let’s get that trophy on the wall!

Interesting Facts About Walleye

• The semi-disputed largest walleye caught weighed 25 pounds and measured 41 inches in length. Most anglers see any walleye over 10lbs as being a trophy.
• The walleye is the state fish of Minnesota, South Dakota, and Vermont. It’s also the ‘unofficial state fish’ of Ohio.
• The oldest known was 29 years of age, though most don’t live past the age of six or so.
• They are most comfortable at depths between 20 and 60 feet.
• Even though a female can lay up to 600,000 eggs per year, walleye are still grown and restocked in reservoirs and lakes.
• The best time of year to catch early summer when their favorite prey, perch, are spawning. They can be caught year-round, however, and are even a favorite target for ice fishermen.