Biology Notes On Shallow Waters

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Killifishes (Mummichogs)

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1. Found in creeks, tributaries, shallow waters, look like minnows
2. Fundulus is the genus
3. Rounded or squared off tails, protruding lower jaw

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Mummichog

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1. Largest
2. Travel in small schools

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Striped Killifish

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1. Longer, thinner, male has vertical and female has horizontal stripes
2. Prefer sandy bottoms

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Banded Killifish

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1. Smaller than striped
2. Bands are silvery blue

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Rainwater Killifish

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1. Smallest, no obvious markings

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Sheepshead Minnow

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1. Stubby deep body

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Anchovies and Silversides

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1. Similar, not the anchovies we eat
2. Possess silvery band along sides

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Anchovy

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1. One dorsal fin, mouth opens widely
2. First level consumer
3. Sexually mature move out to deeper water where they are most likely eaten

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Silversides

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1. Two dorsal fins, smaller mouth
2. Immature and adult are found in shallow water

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Atlantic Needlefish

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1. Very long, active predator
2. Feed on little fish with their sharp teeth