Fishing for Paddlefish

Polyodon spathula
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The Paddlefish is a freshwater fish known for its distinctive elongated snout. It primarily inhabits large rivers and reservoirs in North America. Paddlefish are filter feeders, consuming zooplankton. They can reach lengths of up to 60 inches and weigh around 60 pounds. Generally solitary, they are known for their slow, graceful swimming behavior. This summary is AI generated

jessicablaser, Fishbrain angler since 2023

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Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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