Re: NANFA-- mummichogs in freshwater

Bob Bock (bockhouse_at_earthlink.net)
Thu, 21 Feb 2002 07:43:47 -0500

My thinking is that some populations may be come trapped in a freshwater
impoundment. With succeeding generations, they may get more freshwater
tolerant than salt or brackish water populations. (I don't think this has
ever been studied, though, so I have no proof.)
----- Original Message -----
From: "R. W. Wolff" <choupiqu_at_wctc.net>
To: <nanfa_at_aquaria.net>
Sent: Thursday, February 21, 2002 12:26 AM
Subject: Re: NANFA-- mummichogs in freshwater

> I have gotten some from the Rhode Island area. They are doing well in my
> pond, even through the winter. I thought the stress of cold and fresh
water
> may be too much, but they are doing well. I lost two that looked rough to
> start with. If you have any to spare....
>
> Ray
>
>
>
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