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The 5 biggest fish ever caught in England (British records 2026)

England's biggest rod-caught fish, from a 150 lb wels catfish to a record perch. Official British records with weights, anglers and venues.

Pike and zander look alike at first glance. Check the back fins, the eyes and the teeth and you will never mix them up again.

Don't cast straight away. Watch the water for 10 minutes and look for fizzing, coloured water and shows. Here is what each sign means.

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