7 World Record Walleye Facts

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1. The biggest walleye in the world was caught by angler Mabry Harper back in 1960.  

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2. That monstrous fish had a weight of an incredible 25lb. 

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3. It measured an unbelievable 41 inches!

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4. It was caught on Old Hickory Lake in Tennessee. 

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5. To this day, Old Hickory remains one of Tennessee's top walleye and sauger waters. 

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6. The record was removed from the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame in 1996, as the fish's lengths had been questioned. 

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7. It was later reinstated, as no evidence supporting the claims was found.

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Learn even more interesting facts on the average and maximum size of walleye via the link below!

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