A fisherman suddenly caught the world’s largest shark in Chile surprising everyone (Video)

Fishing has been a popular activity for humans for thousands of years. From catching fish for survival to recreational fishing, the thrill of the catch has never lost its charm. Today, with advanced technology and equipment, fishermen are able to catch fish that were once thought to be unimaginable in size.

In this article, we will take a closer look at the 10 biggest fish ever caught by man. These fish are not only massive in size but also incredibly rare and difficult to catch.

1. Bluefin Tuna – 1,496 Pounds The Bluefin Tuna is one of the most sought-after fish in the world. In 1979, Ken Fraser caught a Bluefin Tuna weighing 1,496 pounds in Nova Scotia, Canada. This catch is still considered the largest Bluefin Tuna ever caught.
2. Great White Shark – 2,664 Pounds The Great White Shark is perhaps the most feared fish in the ocean. In 1959, Alfred Dean caught a Great White Shark weighing 2,664 pounds off the coast of Australia. This catch holds the world record for the largest Great White Shark ever caught.
3. Mekong Giant Catfish – 646 Pounds The Mekong Giant Catfish is native to Southeast Asia and is one of the largest freshwater fish in the world. In 2005, Thai fisherman Kik Panom caught a Mekong Giant Catfish weighing 646 pounds. This catch is still considered the largest Mekong Giant Catfish ever caught.

1. Giant Stingray – 1,322 Pounds The Giant Stingray is found in the rivers of Southeast Asia and can grow up to 16 feet in length. In 2004, Steve Hockett caught a Giant Stingray weighing 1,322 pounds in Thailand. This catch holds the world record for the largest freshwater fish ever caught.
2. Swordfish – 1,182 Pounds The Swordfish is a popular game fish that is known for its speed and strength. In 1953, Louis Marron caught a Swordfish weighing 1,182 pounds off the coast of Chile. This catch holds the world record for the largest Swordfish ever caught.
3. Atlantic Blue Marlin – 1,282 Pounds The Atlantic Blue Marlin is a highly prized game fish that is known for its acrobatic jumps and long runs. In 1992, Paulo Amorim caught an Atlantic Blue Marlin weighing 1,282 pounds off the coast of Vitoria, Brazil. This catch is still considered the largest Atlantic Blue Marlin ever caught.
4. Yellowfin Tuna – 427 Pounds The Yellowfin Tuna is another highly sought-after fish in the world of sport fishing. In 2012, Guy Yocom caught a Yellowfin Tuna weighing 427 pounds off the coast of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. This catch holds the world record for the largest Yellowfin Tuna ever caught.
5. Black Marlin – 1,560 Pounds The Black Marlin is a powerful game fish that is found in the waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. In 1953, Alfred Glassell Jr. caught a Black Marlin weighing 1,560 pounds off the coast of Cabo Blanco, Peru. This catch holds the world record for the largest Black Marlin ever caught.
6. Chinook Salmon – 97 Pounds The Chinook Salmon, also known as the King Salmon, is a popular game fish found in the Pacific Northwest. In 1985, Les Anderson caught a Chinook Salmon weighing 97 pounds in Alaska. This catch holds the world record for the largest Chinook Salmon ever caught.

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