Monster Fish
Megalodon Chasing two
Juvenile Whales
by Karen Carr 2007
Virginia Museum of Natural History http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:MEG1.jpg
Long before the dawn of man, before dinosaurs roamed the earth, some 400 million years ago, sharks cruised our oceans. As far back as two million years ago, before its extinction, one shark glided through the ancient waters, but not just any shark. A true king of the ocean known as "Megalodon" or "Carcharodon megalodon." This monster was said to be 60 feet long and 77 tons. This formidable beast had 46 front row teeth, 24 upper, and 22 lower teeth. It would have eaten at least 2,500 pounds of food a day, including whales and other large marine life. What a bad day it would have been for any creature that ended up in the jaws of this creature.
Virginia Museum of Natural History http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:MEG1.jpg
Long before the dawn of man, before dinosaurs roamed the earth, some 400 million years ago, sharks cruised our oceans. As far back as two million years ago, before its extinction, one shark glided through the ancient waters, but not just any shark. A true king of the ocean known as "Megalodon" or "Carcharodon megalodon." This monster was said to be 60 feet long and 77 tons. This formidable beast had 46 front row teeth, 24 upper, and 22 lower teeth. It would have eaten at least 2,500 pounds of food a day, including whales and other large marine life. What a bad day it would have been for any creature that ended up in the jaws of this creature.
Restoration
of fossil shark. Carcharodon megalodon. Basal Miocene South Carolina.
60 ft. in length.
So when most people consider monster sized flesh-eating fish, one of the first ghastly images that usually comes to mind is the "Great White Shark" or "Carcaradon carcarious." In 1975, the movie "Jaws," directed by Steven Spielberg, and written by Peter Benchley, hit movie screens all over the world, spawning multiple sequels in its stead. In the movie, the 3 ton, 25 foot, demon Great White Shark cruised along the Amity Island shoreline in search of human flesh to devour. Many hapless victims became the sharks next meal until three men decided to capture and put an end to the horror that had plagued Amity Island.
So when most people consider monster sized flesh-eating fish, one of the first ghastly images that usually comes to mind is the "Great White Shark" or "Carcaradon carcarious." In 1975, the movie "Jaws," directed by Steven Spielberg, and written by Peter Benchley, hit movie screens all over the world, spawning multiple sequels in its stead. In the movie, the 3 ton, 25 foot, demon Great White Shark cruised along the Amity Island shoreline in search of human flesh to devour. Many hapless victims became the sharks next meal until three men decided to capture and put an end to the horror that had plagued Amity Island.
In the end, the shark was
destroyed by Sheriff Brody, but that didn't
seem to bring closure for fear filled audiences. "Jaws" forever changed
the way many beach goers viewed a leisurely swim in the ocean after
that. For years people were terrified of going in the water for fear of
being eaten by a monster Great White Shark. In truth, most experts
believe that sharks don't have an interest in human flesh, and in fact
they often mistake humans for seals or other marine life. Other experts
would disagree, and believe these carnivorous predators are
opportunistic feeders, and will take advantage of an easy meal,
regardless of the fact that sometimes humans just happen to be on the
menu.
But sharks are not the only fish that cruise the waters in search of a meal. There are other fish that live in brackish and fresh waters that grow as large as men or boats, and are said to have a taste for human flesh. Fact or fallacy? Consider the following story.
But sharks are not the only fish that cruise the waters in search of a meal. There are other fish that live in brackish and fresh waters that grow as large as men or boats, and are said to have a taste for human flesh. Fact or fallacy? Consider the following story.
The
Tale of the Amazon Monster Fish
The Rio
Negro at Sunset
Photo Credit P199 2003 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Rio_Negro_sunset_1.jpg
The Amazon river holds many dark secrets and tales of man-eating creatures that have been told from generation to generation. Tales of giant snakes piranha, and cayman. There are also stories of man-eating fish that swim under the murky surface and spring upon boats and humans unexpectedly. These monster fish are known as the "Feta" or "Beast." It is also known as the Red-Tailed Catfish, that grow big enough to swallow a human whole, and have on many occasions in years past.
The record caught on rod and reel is 54 inches long, and 108 pounds. But native Amizonians agree that they have caught much bigger fish than that. Fifty pound catfish are a normal catch for those who live along the Amazon River. Occasionally they have caught monster cats over six feet long and 200-300 pounds. The Amazon river has many twists and turns where there are a number of places for deeper dwelling fish to thrive in and go undetected forever. Although the Amazon is widely traveled by steamboat and by game fishermen, it is still remote enough that these horror stories of man-eating lake fish never reach the outside world.
One tale of the "Fetta," was told by one villager along the Rio Negro River, it involved a family member of hers. But before the "Fetta" was discovered and considered a danger to the villagers, the villagers allowed their children to swim in these parts of the river among the fish. But not long after, children began to disappear. It was discovered that these children were attacked by the monster fish and carried away. Senasira Velena tells the story of her cousin who was attacked and killed by one of these monster fish.
In 1975, while the rivers were low and the fish swam near the surface of the waters, fishermen along the Rio Negro River gathered in boats and headed out to the lagoon to go fishing, it was said to be an exceptionally good time for fishing. Senasira's cousin, then five years old, and a friend, jumped in their small boat and followed the village men out into the lagoon. While paddling out into the river, the boys spotted something large moving alongside the canoe. A moment later, something smashed into the boat violently, rocking it back and forth. The boys were frightened and had every reason to be.
A moment later, a giant fish jumped out of the water and capsized the boat. The boys landed in the river and for the next few minutes, a struggle ensued in the water. Screaming and splashing, the boys tried to escape as the giant fish concentrated its attack on Senasira's cousin. By now, the cries of the terrified boys could be heard by the men. They turned their boats around and headed back to help them. The men jumped into the water in search of the boy, but by the time they reached the capsized boat, he had disappeared. The other boy, badly shaken, told how he had just witnessed his friend being swallowed whole by the fish and carried away under the water.
The terrified villagers went in search of the fish and the child in the river but came up empty handed. Search efforts produced nothing. Finally, one week later, the giant Red-tailed Catfish was found lying on the shore. As villagers drew closer to the mammoth fish, they noticed something very odd. There were two small feet sticking out of its mouth. It seemed the fish had choked on the 60 pound boy it had ingested and died. The fish was said to be bigger than a man, or at least close to seven feet long.
Amazon monster catfish have no scales and are covered in bony plates or smooth. They have two to four pairs of barbles for detecting food. Some species are known to be poisonous. These fish are known to be quite aggressive and indiscriminate feeders. They are usually bottom dwellers, but also feed on the surface. They often dine on surface crayfish, mussels, minnow, ducks, or anything that comes into its range, which puts humans at risk.
Photo Credit P199 2003 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Rio_Negro_sunset_1.jpg
The Amazon river holds many dark secrets and tales of man-eating creatures that have been told from generation to generation. Tales of giant snakes piranha, and cayman. There are also stories of man-eating fish that swim under the murky surface and spring upon boats and humans unexpectedly. These monster fish are known as the "Feta" or "Beast." It is also known as the Red-Tailed Catfish, that grow big enough to swallow a human whole, and have on many occasions in years past.
The record caught on rod and reel is 54 inches long, and 108 pounds. But native Amizonians agree that they have caught much bigger fish than that. Fifty pound catfish are a normal catch for those who live along the Amazon River. Occasionally they have caught monster cats over six feet long and 200-300 pounds. The Amazon river has many twists and turns where there are a number of places for deeper dwelling fish to thrive in and go undetected forever. Although the Amazon is widely traveled by steamboat and by game fishermen, it is still remote enough that these horror stories of man-eating lake fish never reach the outside world.
One tale of the "Fetta," was told by one villager along the Rio Negro River, it involved a family member of hers. But before the "Fetta" was discovered and considered a danger to the villagers, the villagers allowed their children to swim in these parts of the river among the fish. But not long after, children began to disappear. It was discovered that these children were attacked by the monster fish and carried away. Senasira Velena tells the story of her cousin who was attacked and killed by one of these monster fish.
In 1975, while the rivers were low and the fish swam near the surface of the waters, fishermen along the Rio Negro River gathered in boats and headed out to the lagoon to go fishing, it was said to be an exceptionally good time for fishing. Senasira's cousin, then five years old, and a friend, jumped in their small boat and followed the village men out into the lagoon. While paddling out into the river, the boys spotted something large moving alongside the canoe. A moment later, something smashed into the boat violently, rocking it back and forth. The boys were frightened and had every reason to be.
A moment later, a giant fish jumped out of the water and capsized the boat. The boys landed in the river and for the next few minutes, a struggle ensued in the water. Screaming and splashing, the boys tried to escape as the giant fish concentrated its attack on Senasira's cousin. By now, the cries of the terrified boys could be heard by the men. They turned their boats around and headed back to help them. The men jumped into the water in search of the boy, but by the time they reached the capsized boat, he had disappeared. The other boy, badly shaken, told how he had just witnessed his friend being swallowed whole by the fish and carried away under the water.
The terrified villagers went in search of the fish and the child in the river but came up empty handed. Search efforts produced nothing. Finally, one week later, the giant Red-tailed Catfish was found lying on the shore. As villagers drew closer to the mammoth fish, they noticed something very odd. There were two small feet sticking out of its mouth. It seemed the fish had choked on the 60 pound boy it had ingested and died. The fish was said to be bigger than a man, or at least close to seven feet long.
Amazon monster catfish have no scales and are covered in bony plates or smooth. They have two to four pairs of barbles for detecting food. Some species are known to be poisonous. These fish are known to be quite aggressive and indiscriminate feeders. They are usually bottom dwellers, but also feed on the surface. They often dine on surface crayfish, mussels, minnow, ducks, or anything that comes into its range, which puts humans at risk.
More
Monster Catfish Tales
Noodling, grappling,
hogging, are terms used for catching catfish with
your bare hands, rather than by rod and reel. It is dangerous sport
that some fishermen consider exciting. These fishermen have many scars
that tell of the painful struggles they have encountered with catfish,
some that are over five feet long and over a hundred pounds. These
fishermen swim along the shores of lakes where rocks or submerged trees
are, in search of deep pockets where catfish can hide in.
The grappler will reach into the pocket, grab the fish by the gills, and wrestle the fish out. He then wraps his legs around the fish's tail. Often, the struggle between man and fish can go on for a few minutes until the fisherman has control of the fish and is able to pull the fish to shore. One fisherman, Lee McFarland, had an encounter with a giant catfish that almost took his life.
In 2002, in Lake Carl Blackwell, McFarland was searching for catfish and managed to capture a monster catfish. The fisherman had no idea what was in store for him. As he wrapped his legs around the fish to control it, the fish overpowered him. It began twisting with McFarland and pulled him under the water. The struggle continued and McFarland was losing the battle. This fish intended to kill the fisherman, rather than be dragged to shore, and was succeeding. Fortunately, McFarland managed to break free of the killer fish, and reached the waters surface to safety. This monster fish was estimated to be over a hundred pounds. Although this sport is exciting to McFarland, and he wouldn't dream of catching these fish any other way, he also admits that "no fish is worth dying for." What true words of wisdom spoken.
The grappler will reach into the pocket, grab the fish by the gills, and wrestle the fish out. He then wraps his legs around the fish's tail. Often, the struggle between man and fish can go on for a few minutes until the fisherman has control of the fish and is able to pull the fish to shore. One fisherman, Lee McFarland, had an encounter with a giant catfish that almost took his life.
In 2002, in Lake Carl Blackwell, McFarland was searching for catfish and managed to capture a monster catfish. The fisherman had no idea what was in store for him. As he wrapped his legs around the fish to control it, the fish overpowered him. It began twisting with McFarland and pulled him under the water. The struggle continued and McFarland was losing the battle. This fish intended to kill the fisherman, rather than be dragged to shore, and was succeeding. Fortunately, McFarland managed to break free of the killer fish, and reached the waters surface to safety. This monster fish was estimated to be over a hundred pounds. Although this sport is exciting to McFarland, and he wouldn't dream of catching these fish any other way, he also admits that "no fish is worth dying for." What true words of wisdom spoken.
Great
Kali River Flesh Eating Monsters
The Great Kali River,
which borders India and Nepal, has experienced
the disappearances of villagers for over 20 years ago. The creature
that was killing and eating humans was described as looking like an
elongated floating pig in the water by eyewitnesses. In 2007,
an
18 years old man, was attacked and pulled under the water by the
mysterious "River Monster." He was never seen again, as in the other
cases of disappearances.
A British biologist, Jeremy Wade, investigated the river mystery. He found that the monster was not a crocodile and ruled out other species of land predators. Wade discovered a colony of monster sized "Goonch Catfish"or "Bagarius yarelli." The biologist then managed to catch one. It was 6 feet long and weighed 161 pounds. Wade conceded that a monster fish of this size could take hold of a human and there would be no escape. He was also quite certain that much larger monsters lurked in the Great Kali River. Since these fish are known as scavengers, it is no wonder that they would kill and eat humans. But to better understand this mystery of the "River Monster," another story that came to surface that would shed new light on the river tale.
Jeremy Wade and his Giant Goonch
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In the Hindu regions along the river, the common practice of the religion is to drop the remains of the burned corpses in the river after funerals. It is believed that the monsters of the river ate these remains, grew in size and strength over the years, and acquired a taste for human flesh as a result. So the mystery of the river monster was solved. Giant blood-thirsty catfish lurk beneath the Great Kali River, awaiting their next meal of human flesh.
A British biologist, Jeremy Wade, investigated the river mystery. He found that the monster was not a crocodile and ruled out other species of land predators. Wade discovered a colony of monster sized "Goonch Catfish"or "Bagarius yarelli." The biologist then managed to catch one. It was 6 feet long and weighed 161 pounds. Wade conceded that a monster fish of this size could take hold of a human and there would be no escape. He was also quite certain that much larger monsters lurked in the Great Kali River. Since these fish are known as scavengers, it is no wonder that they would kill and eat humans. But to better understand this mystery of the "River Monster," another story that came to surface that would shed new light on the river tale.
Jeremy Wade and his Giant Goonch
Note: This widely circulated photo is believed to be in the public domain, however this can not be verified.
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In the Hindu regions along the river, the common practice of the religion is to drop the remains of the burned corpses in the river after funerals. It is believed that the monsters of the river ate these remains, grew in size and strength over the years, and acquired a taste for human flesh as a result. So the mystery of the river monster was solved. Giant blood-thirsty catfish lurk beneath the Great Kali River, awaiting their next meal of human flesh.
It is believed that Asia
has the largest freshwater fish in the world.
They grow much larger than U.S. catfish, and also are the home to other
mega-sized freshwater fish as well. The large fish is known as "Pla
Buk" or "huge fish." This cat lives in the Mekong River and is found in
Cambodia and Thailand waters.
Monster Musky Tales
Monster Musky Tales
In 2004, a young man was
swimming in Pine River, Minnesota. He hadn't
swam out very far and decided to turn around and head back to shore. He
was in knee deep water, wading near the shore when he was attacked on
his ankles by a toothy fish. There was a sharp jolt of pain as the
young man struggled with the fish, broke free and made it to shore, but
not before noticing how badly his ankle had been injured. Looking back
at the water, he noticed it had turned red where he had just been
attacked. After studying his wounds, experts believed he had been
attacked by a native fish known as a "Pike" or "Muskellunge." The young
man carries the deep scars from the attack to this day, as a reminder
that even under the most seemingly tranquil waters, danger can lurk.
The Pike (Musky) can swim up to 30 miles an hours and has razor sharp teeth that are used to tear apart its prey. These fish are carnivorous and will attack mostly anything that moves in the waters. Although humans are not the usual targets of their attacks, they do happen. The largest musky caught on rod and tackle was 67 lbs. and over 60 inches long. The two largest pike were found in Minnesota where the swimmer was attacked. The northern pike, and the larger Muskellunge.
55 lb.(25kg) Monster Pike caught by Lothar Louis in Germany 1986
Photo Credit: Harald Hoel at Pike Fishing Freak
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The Pike (Musky) can swim up to 30 miles an hours and has razor sharp teeth that are used to tear apart its prey. These fish are carnivorous and will attack mostly anything that moves in the waters. Although humans are not the usual targets of their attacks, they do happen. The largest musky caught on rod and tackle was 67 lbs. and over 60 inches long. The two largest pike were found in Minnesota where the swimmer was attacked. The northern pike, and the larger Muskellunge.
55 lb.(25kg) Monster Pike caught by Lothar Louis in Germany 1986
Photo Credit: Harald Hoel at Pike Fishing Freak
Please see more about Northern Pike and this story at: http://pikefishingfreak.com/
In October of 1998 the
jaws of a dead musky was found on an island
beach in the Chippewa Flowage, Wisconsin. The Woehler family couldn't
believe what they were looking at when they came upon it. Because there
was still enough of the body left, they knew it was a large musky,
probably the largest they had ever come across. Wildlife experts feel
that the fish might be considered a world record. A recreation of the
jaws set the size of the musky at over 6 feet long and at least 70 lbs.
of fearsome fish. The Treeland Resort has kept the original jaws found,
behind a glass case.
Musky Jaw found by Erin and Ryan Woehler October 31, 1998
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Musky Jaw found by Erin and Ryan Woehler October 31, 1998
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Man
Eating Fish of the UK
The
tale of this little man-eating monster, the Snakehead, plays out
like Peter Benchley's novel, "White Shark," with an evil fish
that
can move in and out of water, and has a thirst for human blood. OK, so
maybe this seems like a far-fetched tale, albeit a good one. But what
if there is some truth here? More fodder for inquiring minds out there?
Not necessarily.
The Sun News reported a fearsome and deadly man-eating fish was caught in Britain, setting off panic in the UK. Many fear that there? are many more of these fish which are considered to be just as vicious and predatory as sharks and piranhas. The fish have razor-sharp teeth and have a taste for humans. Not only can these fish crawl on land, but they can survive on air for up to four days. These monster fish may not be as large as other creatures of the deep, but they grow up to 3 feet long and can weigh as much as 40 pounds or more.
Discovery of this fish is causing alarm in the UK because of their predatory nature and thirst for blood. It is feared that if these fish breed, a disaster could occur. The "Snakehead" or "Fishzilla" as some affectionately call this creature, thrives in the waters of Asia. The fact that it was discovered in the River Witham, in Lincolnshire lends to the theory that it was possibly smuggled and introduced to the UK waters, however, this is only a theory. Whatever the case, this frightening little bugger should be avoided at all costs, and is a truly a monster to be reckoned with.
Savage Snakehead Cause for Nightmares?
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Monster Lake Trout Tale
The Sun News reported a fearsome and deadly man-eating fish was caught in Britain, setting off panic in the UK. Many fear that there? are many more of these fish which are considered to be just as vicious and predatory as sharks and piranhas. The fish have razor-sharp teeth and have a taste for humans. Not only can these fish crawl on land, but they can survive on air for up to four days. These monster fish may not be as large as other creatures of the deep, but they grow up to 3 feet long and can weigh as much as 40 pounds or more.
Discovery of this fish is causing alarm in the UK because of their predatory nature and thirst for blood. It is feared that if these fish breed, a disaster could occur. The "Snakehead" or "Fishzilla" as some affectionately call this creature, thrives in the waters of Asia. The fact that it was discovered in the River Witham, in Lincolnshire lends to the theory that it was possibly smuggled and introduced to the UK waters, however, this is only a theory. Whatever the case, this frightening little bugger should be avoided at all costs, and is a truly a monster to be reckoned with.
Savage Snakehead Cause for Nightmares?
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Monster Lake Trout Tale
The cold waters of the
Arctic Circle also holds deep sea monster fish.
In July of 1987, one fisherman had an encounter with a fish as big as
his 14 foot boat in Point Lake, Canada. The man and his friend were in
at least 50-60 feet of water and got a bite. A struggle to pull the
fish in lasted six hours. The fish pulled so hard the rod began to
crack. The fisherman was finally able to draw in the fish for a better
look and couldn't believe his eyes. The fish was as big as his boat.
With the strain on the cracked rod, it finally snapped in four places,
and the fish got away. It would have been the catch of a lifetime for
this man.
The shape and color of the fish led the men to believe it was a monster sized lake trout. Lake Trout are known to be one of the strongest fighting fish in the lakes. The largest trout caught with a rod weighed over 72 lbs. and 59 inches. There have been others that weighed in at 120 lbs. Because the area of Point Lake is not a hot spot for sport fishing and the area is so remote, fish thrive in these cold dark waters and live up to 50 years or more.
In Conclusion
The shape and color of the fish led the men to believe it was a monster sized lake trout. Lake Trout are known to be one of the strongest fighting fish in the lakes. The largest trout caught with a rod weighed over 72 lbs. and 59 inches. There have been others that weighed in at 120 lbs. Because the area of Point Lake is not a hot spot for sport fishing and the area is so remote, fish thrive in these cold dark waters and live up to 50 years or more.
In Conclusion
Do monster fish with a
taste for human flesh lie in wait for
unsuspecting victims to enter the waters? In many cases yes. But most
likely they are opportunistic feeders and simply go for the first
closest thing that is easily available, and unfortunately, in some rare
cases, the menu plan just happens to include humans. And as for the
sport of fishing, it will continue to be a passion for some, and a
favorite pastime for others who have a taste and love for it,
regardless of what monsters they may come up against. In this
case
it is welcomed.
In this quest to find answers to this puzzling and seemingly growing menace, we are left with even more questions, and an ever-increasing fear of the unknown. And what is more disturbing are the images conjured up in our minds as we step foot in the murky green waters to cool off or throw a line out. Because you never know what may be lurking just under the tranquil surface of your favorite lake or oceans.
In this quest to find answers to this puzzling and seemingly growing menace, we are left with even more questions, and an ever-increasing fear of the unknown. And what is more disturbing are the images conjured up in our minds as we step foot in the murky green waters to cool off or throw a line out. Because you never know what may be lurking just under the tranquil surface of your favorite lake or oceans.
Photos
of Monster Fish 
Soren
Beck broke the world record landing a 202
kilo halibut 443 lb. 8ft.1 caught in Norway
Photo Credit: Eivind Fossheim at Fishing Norway.com
kilo halibut 443 lb. 8ft.1 caught in Norway
Photo Credit: Eivind Fossheim at Fishing Norway.com
Hans-Olov
Nilsson from Sweden ( left) and Bosse Carlsson. Nilsson set a new world
record.
This monster halibut weighs in at 211.5 kilograms or 466.28 lbs. Photo taken by: Arild Juul
Photo Credit: Eivind Fossheim at: http://fishing-norway.com/index.php?side=newsList
Largest Alligator Gar. Moon Lake, Mississippi. March 1910,
This 3,500 lb. sun fish was caught by W.N. McMillan in Santa Catalina Island in 1910.
Biggest 3 ton Mantra Ray caught by Captain Jay Gould in florida in 1933.
This monster ray measured 19 feet, 9 inches from wing-tip to wing-tip.
Photo Credit: James Gowanlach
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This monster halibut weighs in at 211.5 kilograms or 466.28 lbs. Photo taken by: Arild Juul
Photo Credit: Eivind Fossheim at: http://fishing-norway.com/index.php?side=newsList
Largest Alligator Gar. Moon Lake, Mississippi. March 1910,
This 3,500 lb. sun fish was caught by W.N. McMillan in Santa Catalina Island in 1910.
Biggest 3 ton Mantra Ray caught by Captain Jay Gould in florida in 1933.
This monster ray measured 19 feet, 9 inches from wing-tip to wing-tip.
Photo Credit: James Gowanlach
Copyright ©Sylvia Zimmer 2008
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