Fishes of the Chesapeake Bay

These laminated, fold-up identification guides—FoldingGuides™—speak for themselves. Written and illustrated by local experts who know their stuff, waterproof and indestructible, they're the perfect choice for beginners and intermediates who want to know what they'll encounter in their particular locale.

This guide includes 45 marine and freshwater species, both common and exotic, found in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Includes Chesapeake Favorites, bottom dwellers, inhabitants of the southern bay, brackish species, trash species as well as Rays,Sharks, and Dogfish. Typical size, both length and weight, as well as edibility index are included for each fish. Illustrations by Diane Rome Peebes, noted illustrator and naturalist.

Includes a detailed map of the Chesapeake Bay showing boat ramps, fishing piers, and tips on where to find the big ones.