Fishes of the New River: Walleye and Muskie

Walleye: Sander vitreus

Preferes cool, turbid water and usually found in areas with firm bottom such as rock and compacted sand/silt. Not usually associated with vegetation, but will use weeds, rocks, and woody debris for cover from the sun. Can be in still or flowing water.

Muskellunge: Esox masquinongy

Usually in slower moving waters in river or in lakes/reservoirs. Usually in clear waters and around rock outcrops and weeds.