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chain pickerel

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Also known as: Esox niger
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chain pickerel
chain pickerel Chain pickerel (Esox niger).

The chain pickerel (Esox niger) is a large, greenish-black fish found in the quiet waters of eastern North America. It is distinguished from related species like the muskellunge and northern pike by its smaller size, fully scaled cheeks and gill covers, and distinctive chain-like markings along its sides. These markings are the origin of its name. Chain pickerel typically grow to about 2 feet (0.6 meters) in length and weigh between 3 to 4 pounds (1.4 to 1.8 kilograms).12

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