Georgia just proved you don’t need a lunker to land a state record. Angler Wesley Daniels tied the state record for Spotted Sunfish with a 12-ounce “stumpknocker” caught on a chunk of shrimp in the Suwannee River—yes, shrimp. While it may not tip the scales like a trophy trout, it’s a reminder that state records come in all sizes. Just ask Montana anglers: our state record Pumpkinseed weighs a dainty 0.995 pounds, and the top Bluegill is just under three pounds
. These pint-sized powerhouses may not fill your cooler, but they can still land you in the record books. So next time you pull in something small, take a second look—you might just be holding a tiny titan.
Image via Georgia DNR
