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In Minnesota, which of these is illegal?

Transporting caught fish in water.

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  1. Draining your livewell
  2. Transporting caught fish in water ✔
  3. Cleaning your gear

Why: Water can carry tiny invasive animals and plants. Minnesota requires draining water from containers holding your catch.

Huh, didn't know that: It is also illegal in Minnesota to transport water away from a lake or river.

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Answer: Transporting caught fish in water. Water can carry tiny invasive animals and plants. Minnesota requires draining water from containers holding your catch.

  1. Aquatic invasive species and fishing (Minnesota DNR) www.dnr.state.mn.us/invasives/ais/fishing.html
    It is illegal to transport caught fish in water.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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