Massive 884-pound fish confirmed as new state record

A massive Blue Fin Tuna has set a new state record.

According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, which confirmed numerous record-setting fish this week, the 884-pound fish was caught offshore from Galveston by David L. Essingler of Houston in April 2025.

The record was the heaviest record set in Texas last year. Atlantic bluefin tuna are among the most prized catches in sport fishing…

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