THE TARPON 



PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION 



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CE the preparation of the previous edition I 

 have made three trips to Boca Grande, Florida, 



and much material has accumulated through 

 personal observation and correspondence with fellow 

 anglers and Ichthyologists. I also wished to correct 

 several errors in the text. I hope this edition will meet 

 with the kindly reception that was accorded its prede- 

 cessor. 



I have made no attempt to interest the general 

 reader. This book has been prepared for the use of 

 tarpon-anglers who are interested in the life history 

 and habits of the fish; the methods employed in its 

 capture ; the record catches in weight and numbers, and 

 similar data commonly discussed among anglers and 

 guides whilst awaiting a strike. 



The life history of the fish is unsolved. Its breeding 

 habits are still a mystery. I shall be grateful to fellow 

 anglers if they will advjise me of any interesting facts 

 relating to this fish which may come under their per- 

 sonal observation. 



Buffalo, December, 1921. 



