Sharks literally just can’t get to the Great Lakes. While they can hang out in the Great Barrier Reef, there are a few barriers like an electrical one in Chicago, locks and dams in the Illinois River and even Niagra Falls, as Great Lakes Guide said.

They cover more than 94,000 square miles and hold an estimated 6 quadrillion gallons of water – about one-fifth of the world’s fresh surface water supply and nine-tenths of the U.S. supply. The system is invaluable as the source of drinking water for more than 48 million people in the U.S. and Canada.

Lake Superior

Lakes

• Lake Superior (the largest by volume and deepest, larger than Scotland or South Carolina)
• Lake Michigan (the second-largest by volume and third-largest by area; the only one entirely in the U.S.)
• Lake Huron (the third-largest by volume; the second largest in area)
• Lake Erie (the smallest by volume and shallowest)

Lake Michigan

4 Dangerous Species that Swim in Lake Michigan’s Waters

• Snakehead.
• Piranha.
• Sea Lamprey.
• Bull Shark.

Swift Currents Are The Real Danger Ths shapes of these waves are what contribute to rip tides, which are one of the most dangerous things swimmers can encounter in the water. Lake Michigan’s riptide and longshore tides are unparalleled when it comes to danger among all the Great Lakes.

Stonefish

Sea Lamprey

Top 10 Most Dangerous Freshwater Fish

• Goliath Tigerfish. The Goliath Tigerfish looks like something out of a low-budget movie about monster fish in rivers.
• Electric Eel.
• Arapaima.
• Goonch Fish.
• Wels Catfish.
• Payara (Vampire Fish)
• Giant Freshwater Stingray.
• Alligator Gar.

No, anglerfish are not dangerous to humans. However, humans are dangerous to anglerfish. The Koreans make a dish called “agwi-jjim” or “agu-jjim” that is very tasty.

No, despite what you may have heard, there aren’t. This is a myth, along with age-old claims that giant anacondas or piranhas eat men. In October 2008 another large catfish was caught in the Great Kali river, between India and Nepal, and it was claimed to have started eating swimmers.

Top 10 Hardest Fighting Fish

• Blue Marlin. The list of the hardest fighting fish is incomplete without mentioning marlin.
• Yellowfin Tuna. Yellowfin tuna is one of the most sought-after game fish amongst experienced anglers.
• Tarpon.
• King Salmon.
• Bonefish.
• Sailfish.
• Sturgeon.
• Dorado.

Whether it’s for their culinary value or the challenge of catching them, these are some of the most sought-after fish out there.

• Blue Marlin. Blue marlin have long been the favorite saltwater game fish for offshore anglers.
• Sailfish.
• Bluefin Tuna.
• Yellowfin Tuna.
• Roosterfish.
• Dorado.
• Tarpon.
• Giant Trevally.

smallmouth bass

The world’s smallest fish depends on the measurement used….List of smallest fish in the world.

10 Best Aquarium Fish for Beginners

1. Rasboras. There are many types of rasboras, but our favorite ones are the harlequin rasbora (Trigonostigma heteromorpha) and lambchop rasbora (Trigonostigma espei).
2. Common Goldfish.
3. Tetras.
4. Corydoras.
5. Platies.
6. Betta Fish.
7. Barbs.
8. Bolivian Cichlids.

Before You Buy Your Fish

• Find a reputable store. This is the first and most important step to having healthy fish.
• Watch out for “starter kits” sold at pet stores. They often include components that are low-quality or that you don’t need.
• Buy water-testing kits.
• What fish should you buy?
• Know your tank size.

How to Fish: Fishing Tips for Beginners

1. Match your lure to the water color.
2. Choose your lure shapes and sizes that let you “match the hatch.”
3. Get fishing gear that appropriately size to the fish you’re pursuing.
4. If you are trolling, make sure your lures are swimming in a lifelike manner.
5. Choose your fishing line wisely.

So, here are our 29 favorite coolest freshwater aquarium fish that any hobbyist would love to have in their collection!

1. GloFish Danio. View on Petco.
2. Neon Tetra. Check on Amazon.
3. Golden Wonder Killifish. Maximum size: 4 inches.
4. Kuhli Loach.
5. American Flagfish.
6. Indian Glassfish.
7. Peacock Gudgeon.
8. Bristlenose Plecostomus.