Musky Taxidermy for Sale SKU 1170

Description of Species

Muskellunge closely resemble other esocids such as the northern pike and American pickerel in both appearance and behavior. Like the northern pike and other aggressive pikes, the body plan is typical of ambush predators with an elongated body, flat head, and dorsal, pelvic, and anal fins set far back on the body. Muskellunge are typically 28–48 in long and weigh 15–36 lb, though some have reached up to 6 ft and almost 70 lb.