The Brook Stickleback is a small fish with a slender body and sharp spines along its back. Notably, it can exhibit a range of colors depending on its habitat and breeding condition.
Habitat
Prefers shallow, vegetated areas of streams and ponds.
Diet
Feeds on small invertebrates and zooplankton.
How common
Common
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