The longnose gar is a freshwater fish known for its elongated snout and slender, cylindrical body. It typically inhabits rivers, lakes, and brackish waters in North America. Reaching up to 60 inches and weighing around 10 pounds, it preys on fish and crustaceans. The longnose gar is a solitary, ambush predator, using its sharp teeth to capture prey. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Longnose gar
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