Saugeye
Sander vitreus × Sander canadensis
A hatchery-produced hybrid of walleye and sauger, the saugeye combines the best traits of both parents: faster growth than sauger with better tolerance of warm, turbid water than walleye. Stocked extensively in Ohio, Oklahoma, Kansas, and other states, saugeye have become the backbone of many inland reservoir fisheries. They fight hard, grow fast, and taste outstanding.
Seasonal Activity
Best Techniques
- jigging
- trolling crankbaits
- casting jerkbaits
- blade baits
- live bait rigs
Top Baits
- jig-and-minnow
- blade baits
- crankbaits
- jerkbaits
- nightcrawlers
Fishing Regulations
Season dates and limits for Saugeye, by state. This list may not cover every state yet — always confirm current rules with your state's wildlife agency before you fish.
Colorado 1 zone
Walleye-sauger hybrid stocked in eastern Colorado reservoirs. Same regulations as walleye.
Effective 2025 · Source: cpw.state.co.us
Indiana 1 zone
Combined daily bag with walleye and sauger of 6 total. Saugeye are stocked in many Indiana reservoirs.
Effective 2025 · Source: in.gov
Kansas 1 zone
Minimum length 15 inches. Combined with walleye and sauger for daily bag of 5.
Effective 2025 · Source: ksoutdoors.com
Ohio 1 zone
Combined daily bag with walleye and sauger of 6 total. Saugeye are a walleye-sauger hybrid stocked in many Ohio reservoirs. Very popular sport fish in Ohio.
Effective 2025 · Source: ohiodnr.gov
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