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new data collection opportunity made possible by the introduction of the BUBBA Pro Series Smart Fish Scale .
With this scale , we can collect vital information for every fish weighed by an Invitationals angler , even if it ’ s later culled . With the support of Berkley Labs , Mossy Oak and BUBBA , we can provide that catch data to local state fisheries biologists following each Invitationals event . This information is kept strictly confidential , for scientific / management purposes only .
Thanks to BUBBA scale data collected during the Sam Rayburn event , we know that 2,169 fish were caught and weighed by anglers for a total of 5,069.19 pounds . That includes an additional 644 fish weighing 832.13 pounds that historically wouldn ’ t have been unaccounted for . The average weight was 2.34 pounds , which might sound low but includes the cull fish not actually weighed in for anglers ’ fivefish bags .
The best part is that we were able to provide some critical information to TPWD for 2,169 fish that the agency wouldn ’ t have had otherwise . And thanks to the Minn Kota Habitat Restoration Project supported by Kubota Tractor Corporation for Sam Rayburn , we know where those fish will be recovering . We truly believe that MLF FMD has successfully integrated all four of our guiding pillars – fish care , research , education , and fisheries enhancement – into one large project that can serve as a model for years to come .
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WEIGH YOUR FISH LIKE A PRO
Built for tournament anglers , the new PRO SERIES SMART FISH SCALE from weighs every fish quickly and accurately , so you can spend less time logging your catches and more time fishing for the next big one .
With the multi-point calibration system and easy-to-read digital LCD screen , this smart fish scale will always be fast and accurate , and will change the way you compete .
UNLOCK THIS SCALE ’ S FULL POTENTIAL WITH THE ALL-NEW BUBBA MOBILE APP !
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