Paddlefishes · Polyodontidae
American paddlefish
Polyodon spathula
May be keptNon-native
- Typical size
- 60–120 cm
- Maximum size
- 220 cm
- Minimum size to keep
- none
- Daily limit
- no national limit
There is no general closed season for this species, but local fishing rules may set one.
About
An unmistakable North American fish with a long paddle-shaped snout that filters plankton. It has been stocked into a few fish farms and lakes and is only caught by accident. A slow-growing, unusual species.
Spawning season
Does not spawn in Hungary.
The closed seasons and size limits shown here are the national (general) rules in Hungary. Some waters – such as Lake Balaton, Lake Velence or Lake Tisza – and local fishing rules may set different, stricter limits; always check the local rules before fishing.
