Nice digital rendering of a terrifying alligator gar jaw. Scientists had assumed the alligator gar catches its prey simply by slamming its powerful, tooth-y jaws shut. But according to a new study ...

Alligator gar have all the major characteristics of a trophy gamefish. They’ll eat a variety of baits and lures, they pull like hell, and, most importantly, they’re giants. The species now has its own ...

Jul. 23—Over the years, gar have gotten a bad wrap for being a main consumer of game and sport fish, but that may be because the prehistoric fish is adaptable in less-than-ideal settings. Jason ...

This video ranks the seven living gar species based on size, appearance, geographic range, and unique evolutionary traits. Viewers learn how each species adapted to its environment while retaining ...

Texas alligator gar season is in spring and summer, and the longest-living freshwater fish in the state will be attracted to the warmer waters. While anglers may be anxious to catch and release ...

Carp, gar, bowfin, drum and a few other species are considered rough fish. Don’t mistake these species as “trash fish,” as some mistakenly do. These fish are fun to catch on a rod and reel, and offer ...

Gars can breathe air by gulping it into their swim bladder, allowing them to survive out of water for up to a day. Gar scales consist of material similar to tooth enamel covering a leathery hide. One ...

Feeding pet fish may look simple, but it is one of the most important tasks for keeping them healthy and active. Many new fish owners think that all fish food is the same, but that is not true. Just ...