Heads Up for Montana Archery and Upland Game Bird Hunters
The grizzlies are not as endangered as some want you to think they are, so heads up- as you upland bird and archery hunters definitely could be in danger.
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Montana FWP Explain Why Fish Died At Laurel Pond
As of July 17, 2025, most of the dead fish have been cleaned up, and the water has been deemed safe for fishing and pets by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP).
Social Media Influencer Sentenced For Illegally Stocking Smallmouth Bass in Wyoming Water
On Dec. 18, 2024, a District Circuit Court judge sentenced a self-proclaimed social media influencer from Cheyenne as part of a plea agreement. Smith-Torres plead no contest to one charge each of fishing without a valid license and taking wildlife under suspension...
'Doomsday Fish' Found, Here's Why People Are Worried
A popular belief in Japanese culture is that the presence of an oarfish in shallow waters means a natural disaster is imminent.
People Are Putting Aquarium Fish In Montana Waters
FWP has discovered aquarium fish in Montana waters.
Wow, What Creature Swims In Montana Waters?
There was an ancient seaway that existed running right through Yellowstone.
Friday Fish Fry, Anyone? Where You’ll Find the Best Fish and Chips in Billings
Every bar and restaurant in Billings seems to serve fish n' chips. Some are better than others. Here are 5 of our top picks.
Record Fish For Billings Angler Not His First Big One
Montanan's latest record fish came out of Lake Elmo on Saturday. We caught up with the man who caught the monster bass to hear his fishing story.
Montana FWP Asks Anglers for Oil Spill Fish, Warns Against Consumption
Their nets are in the Yellowstone river, but Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is having a difficult time assessing how the Bridger Pipeline oil spill is impacting local species. FWP spokesman Bob Gibson is asking anyone who catches a fish near the spill, to consider donating it...
UM Study Links Warmer Weather With Decrease in Cutthroat Genetic Purity, May Decrease Overall Trout Levels
A new article published in Nature Climate Change by researchers from the University of Montana shows a link between warmer temperatures and the interbreeding of native Westslope cutthroat trout with non-native rainbow trout.