The shorthead pirate perch is a small freshwater fish distinguished by its compact, rounded body and short head. It inhabits swamps, marshes, and slow-moving streams in the southeastern United States. Usually growing to about 2-3 inches in length and weighing just a few grams, it exhibits secretive, nocturnal behavior, often hiding during the day and emerging at night. Summary is AI generated
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Shorthead pirate perch
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