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The next time you go fishing, you might just catch a fish that was raised at Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery. Since 1871, National Fish Hatcheries have been responding to conservation challenges affecting America’s fish and other aquatic species. Producing fish continues to be an irreplaceable tool in managing or restoring fisheries along with habitat conservation. In doing so, we help provide recreation opportunities to America’s 34 million anglers who spend $36 billion annually in pursuit of their favored pastime.  

Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery produces paddlefish, alligator gar, and channel catfish that are stocked annually in reservoirs and lakes in Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas.  

Imperiled species such as Arkansas River shiners, leopard darters, and alligator snapping turtles are produced to assist in conserving species in decline. Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery plays an important role in providing recreational fish species such as channel catfish to National Wildlife Refuges, Military Bases, and Tribal Lands where natural reproduction cannot keep up with local fishing pressures. These fish provide sporting opportunities to numerous people who might otherwise not have access to fishing and also support local economies.  

Production and stocking of paddlefish and alligator gar into public waters in three states not only provide recreational opportunities and generate tax dollars, but also assist in the conservation of these species which might otherwise be imperiled.