Pike Attack: Woman Hospitalized After Being Bitten In Hand

A woman was hospitalized after being bitten by a pike while fishing on Sunday.

The woman, who has not been identified, was bit on the hand while fishing in the river near her home in Sundsvall, Sweden.

Emergency responders arrived at the scene and transported the woman to the hospital for treatment. The extent of her injuries is unknown.

Pikes are carnivorous freshwater fish that inhabit many parts of the world. They have sharp teeth and can be dangerous to humans.

This is not the first time someone has been attacked by a pike. In 2017, an Australian man was hospitalized after being bit in the face by a pike while fishing.

Officials Warn Residents About Pike, Encourage Safe Handling

Officials in the town of Pike are warning residents about a potentially dangerous insect that has been spotted in the area.

The officials are encouraging residents to take precautions when handling the insects, which they have identified as Piketty pines. The officials say that the insects can cause a number of health problems, including skin irritations and respiratory issues.

They are also warning people not to eat the insects, as they may contain toxins.

In addition, the officials say that the Piketty pines can be dangerous to pets, as they may bite or sting them. They are urging pet owners to keep their animals away from the insects.

The officials say that anyone who encounters a Piketty pine should avoid touching it, and should call 911 if they experience any health problems after being bitten or stung by one of the insects.

Pike On The Loose In Park: Children Advised To Stay Away

Pike are known to be solitary fish and usually don't attack humans, but experts are warning park goers to be on the lookout for the large fish after one was spotted in a park pond.

"Pike can be unpredictable and dangerous," said fisheries expert Dr. Jane Fonda. "I would advise parents with small children to keep them away from the ponds until we catch this fish."

Fonda says pike can grow up to two feet long and have razor sharp teeth. They are also capable of swimming at speeds of up to 25 miles per hour, making them a threat to both people and pets.

So far, attempts to catch the pike have been unsuccessful, but officials say they will continue to try until the fish is caught. In the meantime, they advise people to avoid swimming or fishing in the park's ponds.

Pike Caught! fisherman Lands Rare Fish In Lake Erie

A pike caught Friday morning by a fisherman in Lake Erie is being called a rare catch.

The fish, which was about 30 inches long and weighed around 10 pounds, was reeled in by Ryan Stefanski near the Bay View Marina in Huron Township.

"It's pretty neat," Stefanski said of catching the pike. "I've never seen one that big before."

According to the Ohio Division of Wildlife, pike - which are related to muskies - are not commonly found in Lake Erie. The fish are more typically found in larger bodies of water such as the Great Lakes and reservoirs.

"Pike aren't stocked in this part of the state, so it's definitely a rare catch," said ODOW spokesman Matt Eiselstein.

Eiselstein said Stefanski's catch is only the fourth documented pike caught in Lake Erie this year. In contrast, anglers have landed more than 1,600 walleye this year.

Pike Population On The Rise: State Plans To Remove Them

On Tuesday, state officials announced their plans to remove the growing Pike population in northern Wisconsin.

"The Pike are becoming a nuisance and a danger to people and pets," said Department of Natural Resources Secretary Cathy Stepp. "We plan to trap and relocate them to a remote area in the Upper Peninsula."

Pike are an invasive species that are native to the Ohio River Valley. They were first spotted in Wisconsin in 2006 and have been increasing in population ever since.

While they are not considered a threat to humans, they can be dangerous to pets. In addition, their diet of small fish can impact the ecology of Wisconsin's lakes and rivers.

The DNR has set up traps in several areas where the pike have been seen. The traps will catch the pike and then release them into the Upper Peninsula.

Wisconsin is not the only state dealing with an invasive pike population. Michigan plans to remove 400,000 pike from its waterways this year.