The alligator gar is a unique and ancient species of fish that has captured the attention of scientists and anglers alike.

They are the largest known species of gar and can grow to around 8 feet (2.4 meters). Related: 'True rarity': Gigantic ...

With its large, torpedo-shaped body, long snout and razor-sharp teeth, the alligator gar is aptly named--as it is easily mistaken for a fearsome reptile. The invasive species made headlines ...

While not truly a dinosaur, the alligator gar was alive during the Cretaceous period. Individual gar take decades to reach 6 feet long. They are the second largest species of freshwater fish in ...

Gar Week! Alligator Gar are listed as a Species of Greatest Conservation Need in Kentucky, and while their week may almost be ...

The Alligator Gar is among the largest freshwater fish species in Arkansas, weighing upwards of 300 pounds. The species evolved a hundred million years ago, and is now facing a population decline ...