Fishing for Gulf Sturgeon

Acipenser oxyrinchus desotoi

The Gulf Sturgeon is a large, anadromous fish known for its elongated body and bony plates. It inhabits coastal rivers and estuaries in the Gulf of Mexico. Reaching up to 96 inches and 300 pounds, it feeds on benthic invertebrates. Noted for its seasonal migrations, it spends winters in marine waters and summers in freshwater rivers. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Near threatened

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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