07/26/2026
We have another trivia for you guys, put your answers in the comments for this! The person with the highest score will be the winner and will receive a giveaway, the scores will be calculated on Wednesday, July 29th at 12pm, and the winner will be announced that night. Good luck, let’s see who knows their stuff!
1. Wild hogs possess an exceptional sense of smell. Approximately how many times stronger is their sense of smell compared to humans?
A. 50 times
B. 500 times
C. Around 2,000 times
D. Around 10,000 times
2. Which moon phase generally produces the strongest tidal movement for inshore saltwater fishing?
A. First Quarter
B. Waxing Crescent
C. New and Full Moon
D. Waning Crescent
3. Which lure is often considered one of the best search baits for locating schooling largemouth bass over submerged grass?
A. Texas-rigged worm
B. Spinnerbait
C. Lipless crankbait
D. Ned Rig
4. Which fish commonly “tail” while feeding, exposing its tail above the water’s surface?
A. Snook
B. Tarpon
C. Redfish
D. Speckled Trout
5. Mature boars develop a shoulder shield primarily composed of:
A. Muscle
B. Thickened scar tissue and cartilage
C. Fat deposits
D. Bone
6. Which knot consistently tests among the strongest for connecting braided line to fluorocarbon leader?
A. Blood Knot
B. FG Knot
C. Surgeon Knot
D. Albright Knot
7. Which freshwater species is capable of surviving in dissolved oxygen levels that would kill many gamefish?
A. Smallmouth Bass
B. Walleye
C. Bowfin
D. Yellow Perch
8. When targeting alligators at night, what causes their eyes to appear bright red or orange?
A. Blood vessels
B. Tapetum lucidum reflecting light
C. Pigmented eyelids
D. Retinal blood flow
9. Which weather condition often triggers increased feeding activity in largemouth bass?
A. Bluebird skies after a cold front
B. High-pressure systems
C. Falling barometric pressure before a storm
D. Calm conditions after sunrise
10. Which Florida game fish is famous for being called “The Silver King”?
A. Snook
B. Cobia
C. Tarpon
D. Permit
11. What is the primary reason experienced hog hunters prefer crosswinds over hunting directly into the wind?
A. Better shooting angles
B. Hogs often circle downwind before committing
C. It improves visibility
D. It reduces scent on clothing
12. Which freshwater fish has a mouth specifically adapted for feeding almost exclusively on vegetation?
A. Bluegill
B. Grass Carp
C. Chain Pickerel
D. Bowfin
13. Which baitfish is one of the most important forage species for Florida largemouth bass?
A. Alewife
B. Golden Shiner
C. Threadfin Tuna
D. Menhaden
14. During summer, experienced inshore anglers often find the largest speckled trout:
A. In muddy canals
B. Around deeper grass flats during early morning
C. Along sandy beaches at noon
D. In freshwater rivers
15. Which freshwater game fish has a lateral line that allows it to detect subtle water vibrations from prey and predators?
A. Largemouth Bass
B. Bluegill
C. Channel Catfish
D. All of the above
16. Which fish is capable of surviving out of water for extended periods by breathing atmospheric oxygen?
A. Bluegill
B. Bowfin
C. Crappie
D. White Bass
17. Wild hogs generally become most active:
A. Midday
B. Mid-afternoon
C. Around dusk, throughout the night, and near dawn
D. Only after rainfall
18. Which tide is generally considered the best for sight-fishing redfish on shallow grass flats?
A. Dead low slack tide
B. Incoming tide
C. Outgoing tide at night
D. Slack high tide
19. What is the approximate bite force of a large American alligator?
A. 800 PSI
B. 1,500 PSI
C. Around 2,000 PSI
D. Over 3,000 PSI
20. Experienced hog hunters often look for “rubs” on trees. These are primarily used by hogs to:
A. Sharpen their tusks
B. Remove mud and parasites after wallowing
C. Mark food sources
D. Signal danger to other hogs
Bonus Question:
Which Florida native fish is the only member of the tarpon family commonly found in freshwater and brackish environments?
A. Atlantic Tarpon
B. Ladyfish
C. Bonefish
D. Skipjack Herring
