Ichthyoplankton are the larval stage of fish’s life that can last anywhere from just a few weeks to a few months. | FWC Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Ichthyoplankton are the larval stage of fish’s life that can last anywhere from just a few weeks to a few months. | FWC Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Fwc Fish And Wildlife Research Institute issued the following announcement on Dec. 23.
Ichthyoplankton Quiz
Ichthyoplankton are the larval stage of fish’s life that can last anywhere from just a few weeks to a few months. During this time period, the larval fish often look different from their mature adult forms, but some have signs of the unique identifying features yet to develop. Can you identify this fish based off its larval stage? Comment your guess below!
Hint: This fish can grow up to 14 feet long and is named after its long, flat upper jaw.
Keep an eye out on our Instagram Story for new fish, hints, and more chances to guess!
The FWRI Ichthyology collection includes over 30,000 adult and juvenile fishes from the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. Learn more about ichthyology and the SEAMAP Ichthyoplankton Archive on our website: https://myfwc.com/.../saltwater/specimen-collections/fishes/
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