Knowed by many for the huge fish of the large lakes of the north side, Italy is also the home of a particular strain of pike, a variation of Esox Lucius who live only in this country.
We have both fish in Italy: continental and italian strain. Continental strain grow to very large size here.
Professional Guide service is available in the famous big northern lakes in search of very big pike or in the east area for italian strain fish. Baits, tackle, accommodation provided.
continental strain 50+ incher
friend Luca Prono 50 inches
beautiful Italian strain pike
Italian pike are a distinct species:
http://www.plosone.org/article/info%3adoi/10.1371/journal.pone.0025218