Species FishAlligator Gar

Alligator Gar

Atractosteus spatula

RareFish
Illustration of Alligator Gar (Atractosteus spatula)

The Alligator Gar is a large fish with a long, armored body and a broad snout resembling that of an alligator. Notably, it can grow over 10 feet in length, making it one of the largest freshwater fish in North America.

Habitat
Found in slow-moving rivers, swamps, and lakes.
Diet
Predominantly feeds on fish and small mammals.
How common
Rare

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