Species FishNorthern River Garfish

Northern River Garfish

Zenarchopterus buffonis

UncommonFish
Illustration of Northern River Garfish (Zenarchopterus buffonis)

The Northern River Garfish is a slender, elongated fish with a greenish body and a distinctive long snout filled with sharp teeth. It is memorable for its ability to leap out of the water when startled.

Habitat
Found in freshwater rivers and streams.
Diet
Feeds on small fish and invertebrates.
How common
Uncommon

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