world record fish

White sturgeon are the largest freshwater fish in North America — capable of reaching 20 feet in length and over 1,500 pounds. The largest white sturgeon ever caught on rod and reel was landed in the Fraser River, British Columbia in 2012, weighing an estimated 1,100 pounds. This guide covers the world record catch, white sturgeon biology, fishing regulations, and where to buy premium wild-caught sturgeon from Global Seafoods.