Welcome to Big Catch

Big Catch is a freshwater fishing angler recognition program that encourages both new and experienced, adult and youth anglers to diversify their catch by trying new locations and techniques to catch a wide variety of species. With over 30 species to catch, there are lots of ways to participate. Sign-in and submit your catch today!

[NOTE: Largemouth bass over 8 pounds that are carefully documented and released should be submitted to TrophyCatch. Be sure to have a camera, scale, and tape measure with you and follow the submission rules carefully.]

LEARN ABOUT OUR SPECIES & HOW TO CATCH THEM!

Big Catch Overview

Species Information

Learn how to target and catch over 30 species.

Freshwater Slams

Catch a specific set of fish species in a given time period.

Freshwater Big Catch

Recognizes remarkable catches for over 30 species.

Big Catch Overview

How to Submit

Submitting is easy! Just take a photo of your catch so the species is clearly identifiable.You do not need to be in the photo with the fish but we encourage it so we can help share your achievements.

All Big Catch submissions must meet or exceed either the weight OR length. A photo of your catch on a measuring board or on a scale is recommended but NOT requred to receive recognition. A weight OR length minimum is not required for Slam submissions.

Recent Submissions

Recent Submission

Gordon Wilson

Peace River

1 lbs 0 Oz | 5 Sep, 2026

Mayan Cichlid

Featured Angler

JOHN NASH

22 lbs 0 Oz | 18 Jul, 2026

Longnose Gar

Contact Us

For program or prizing questions please email us at [email protected] or call 1-855-FL-Trophy (1-855-358-7674). For non-TrophyCatch questions try MyFWC.com.

This program is brought to you by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), and our conservation partners. The FWC mission is "Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people." These programs collect valuable data through citizen-science, encourage fishing and conservation and bring enjoyment to Florida anglers.