Upgrade The Status Of Texas Alligator Gar To Game Fish

"I can't stress my belief that the management of wildlife and the hatrvesting of said wildlife is of paramount importance."

"These are not trash fish"

"Why would anyone keep a large gar??? It should be catch and release over 50 llbs. Otherwise the fish are of an age that is likely to be dangerous. Keeping them is a waste just put out an extra pole and catch some cats if you need eating fish. I am for a 1"

"I think we should should classify the alligator as a game fish here in Texas."

"Guard the Gar!"

"This prehistoric fish is a phenomenal fighter and they take along time to grow they should be respected just as much as the black bass."

"Aligator Gars are one of the best sport fish, and Im not saying for Bowfishing, For regular anglers Gars are up their with Pikes, Huskies and Walley, but by not repopulating this species may cause a disaster of distinction in Texas"

"I would like to see them gain game fish status. Large alligator gar are impressive, but they lack respect in the fishing community. It is my opinion that unless some protection measures are implemented, our grandchildren will not enjoy the thrill of seein"

"I think it is our duty to keep big fish of all kind protected."

"Fisheries Graduate Student"

"Protect a true gamefish...one that's lived through everything except us!"

"great petition"