A blog for teaching and learning about Ichthyology at Virginia Tech. For students enrolled in Ichthyology (FIW 4424) and other interested fish enthusiasts.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Unkown Fish ID
Banded Sculpin (Cottus carolinae)
-distinct bands on side
-disconnected dorsal fin
-mottling on chin
Bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus)
-deep body
-small mouth
-vertical lines down body
Redline Darter (Etheostoma rufilineatum)
-eyes on top of head
-barred pattern down side
-slightly rounded caudal
Spotfin Shiner (Cyprinella spiloptera)
-diamond shaped scales
-spot on base of caudal
-upturned mouth
Northern Hogsucker (Hypentelium nigricans)
-saddles down side
-scales same size
-indent on top of head
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