Spotted Garスポッテッドガー
Lepisosteus oculatusLC— Least Concern
The spotted gar is a slender, armor-scaled predatory fish native to North American rivers and lakes, easily recognized by its long snout covered in dark spots and its ability to gulp air at the surface when oxygen levels run low.
Spotted Gar (reference photo)
Species Data
Did You Know?
- Gars possess a primitive air-breathing organ: in response to low oxygen levels in slow-moving water, they can gulp air at the surface and pass it to a primitive lung-like gas bladder. Source
- Spotted gar eggs are highly toxic to potential predators, offering natural protection during the vulnerable incubation period. Source
Where to See This Species
1 facilities · 0 individuals
ふくしま海洋科学館 (Fukushimakaiyoukagakukan)FukushimaOpened in 2000
ふくしま海洋科学館のWikipedia記事に飼育種として記載 Source
Conservation Story
Conservation Status
Lepisosteus oculatusはIUCNでLCです。
Habitat
北米の河川、湖沼、湿地、緩流域。
Threats
- 湿地の減少
- 河川改変
- 水質悪化
Conservation & Breeding Efforts
- 湿地と氾濫原の保全
- 飼育個体の放流防止
Sources
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FAQ
- How big does a spotted gar get?
- Adults typically reach 0.6-0.9 m in length and weigh 1.8-2.7 kg, with a maximum recorded lifespan of around 18 years. Source
- Can spotted gar breathe air?
- Yes. They have a primitive lung-like gas bladder and can gulp air at the surface, an adaptation that lets them survive in low-oxygen water. Source
- Are spotted gar eggs dangerous?
- Their eggs are highly toxic to potential predators, which helps protect them during incubation. Source
Source: ja.wikipedia.org en.wikipedia.org