6 days ago
Massive sturgeon caught for the 1st time in B.C., believed to be over 100
A massive sturgeon was caught in the Fraser River south of Lillooet, B.C., and it may be the largest ever seen in that area, according to the company that organized the excursion.
River Monster Adventures says this fish had never been tagged before and is believed to be between 120 and 140 years old.
They even named it Ghost as the giant fish has been seen many times but always remained elusive.
The company's owner told Global News that catching the giant fish was exciting but nerve-wrecking.
'I got super nervous,' Jeff Grimolfson said.
Get breaking National news
For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy
'I was like, 'Oh my God, this is a chance of a lifetime. ''
Grimolfson said he has been dreaming about this moment his whole life and he has been guiding fishing expeditions for almost 20 years.
Story continues below advertisement
'We're lucky that all the stars aligned,' he added.
'We had the right crew on the rods, a great group of guys from Alberta and yeah, it was awesome.'
1:39
'Newbies' hook 700-pound sturgeon on B.C. catch-and-release fishing trip
The White Sturgeon is considered the largest and oldest-lived fish in the world.
Any person fishing for White Sturgeon must possess a valid BC Freshwater Fishing Licence and a White Sturgeon Conservation Licence for fishing upstream of the tidal zone and must adhere to fishing regulations.
Sturgeon must also be placed back into the river after catching them and taking some photos.
