Two months after the state record for a unique-looking fish was broken, a Georgia angler catches the fish.

In Georgia, a fisherman has recently become the second angler to establish a new record for the same fish within two months.

The vibrant queen triggerfish was caught by Brian C. Richburg, 29, from Brunswick, Georgia, on May 17, and he is now the official record holder for this species, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Richburg informed Planet Chronicle Digital that the angler and his friends went out to catch mahi mahi, shellfish, and wahoo, but the bites slowed down around lunchtime.

Richburg was surprised to reel in something big, bright and "beautiful" while bottom fishing during a lull.

Near the South Ledge, he caught his record-breaking fish in about 180 feet of water offshore.

Initially, Richburg did not know that his queen triggerfish held a record.

Richburg stated, "I was about to clean the fish, having already cleaned all the others, and was literally about to put a knife to it."

Richburg's catch weighed 9 pounds, 6.24 ounces.

On April 7, Ryan R. Simons of Richmond Hill set a new record with a catch that weighed 7.58 pounds, surpassing the previous record.

Tyler Jones, public information officer for the DNR, informed Planet Chronicle Digital that Georgia's coast provides a diverse range of fishing opportunities, both offshore and inshore, which is why Mr. Richburg was able to catch his trophy fish.

Mr. Ryan Simons' achievement of breaking the record is not diminished by the fact that it happened quickly, as it is still an impressive feat, according to Jones.

The DNR states that the queen triggerfish species is easily identifiable due to its unique shape and bright colors.

The DNR officially recognized Richburg's catch as a state record after verifying its weight and species, according to the DNR's press release.

Richburg will receive a certificate signed by Governor Brian Kemp, DNR Commissioner Walter Rabon, and Coastal Resources Division Director Doug Haymans, acknowledging him as the official record holder on the DNR's website.

Jones stated that Georgia DNR strives to provide excellent fishing opportunities for all residents, through programs such as artificial reefs, beach water quality monitoring, and public access initiatives like the Georgia Beyond Barriers handicap accessibility initiative.

"Anglers should be out there creating unforgettable experiences and occasionally setting new records."

Richburg is thrilled to participate in fishing tournaments starting June 1, but currently, he is basking in the glory of being a record-breaking angler.