Central PA Walleyes - The Science

 What's a walleye and why do I care? Good question. 

So I know this is a bass page, but it is always important to discuss other fish and PA wildlife. I want to start by introducing a species that is most famous for fishing in Lake Erie, the Walleye. 

• Walleyes have several other names, Yellow Pike, Yellow Pike-Perch and Yellow Pickeral. 
• The name "Walleye" comes actually from the fish's eyes. They stare off into opposite directions as if "staring at walls." according to Aikens Lake Wilderness. Also, they are only able to see shades of red and green. This is important when choosing lure selection.
• These fish will live between 15-20 years, although the females will typically live longer. At 5 years old the females are considered sexually mature and will start to out grow the males. 

I know you see walleye tournaments and all sorts of things like this on specifically Lake Erie. However, we have walleye and a lot of waterways in Central PA. PFBC actually has a stocking program for walleye. Walleyes tend to prefer deeper waters and lakes. 

Some of the local water ways that have good walleye fishing:

• Curwensville
• Prince Gallitzin
• Raystown Lake