Q 01/05

Which fish is known for migrating from the ocean into freshwater rivers to spawn?

A) Tuna

B) Salmon

C) Cod

D) Mackerel

Answer · why

B) Salmon

Salmon are anadromous fish, meaning they hatch in freshwater, migrate to the ocean to grow, and then return to their natal rivers to reproduce.

Q 02/05

Which fishing technique casts an artificial fly, often for trout and salmon in rivers?

A) Fly fishing

B) Trolling

C) Bottom fishing

D) Jigging

Answer · why

A) Fly fishing

Fly fishing uses a specialized rod, reel, and weighted line to cast artificial 'flies' that imitate insects or small fish, enticing fish to strike.

Q 03/05

Which solid-bodied fishing lure, often with a diving lip, mimics a swimming baitfish?

A) Crankbait

B) Spinnerbait

C) Jig

D) Popper

Answer · why

A) Crankbait

The lip makes the lure dive and wobble on the retrieve, imitating a wounded baitfish; the same lure is called a plug, wobbler or minnow depending on t...

Q 04/05

What big-game sport fish is known for its powerful leaps when hooked?

A) Halibut

B) Marlin

C) Catfish

D) Carp

Answer · why

B) Marlin

Blue marlin can top 800 kg, and marlins light up their stripes just before attacking prey; overfishing has left the Atlantic blue and white marlin end...

Q 05/05

What term describes releasing a caught fish back into the water alive?

A) Catch and release

B) Tag and track

C) Release and recover

D) Hook and let go

Answer · why

A) Catch and release

The practice began with coarse anglers in the United Kingdom as a way to preserve fish stocks before spreading worldwide.