4th invasive northern snakehead caught in Missouri's Wayne County; non-native, predatory fish found since 2019.
Missouri Department of Conservation confirms fourth invasive northern snakehead caught in Wayne County, southeastern Missouri. The non-native, predatory fish, which can grow up to three feet long, has been found in the state since 2019. The snakeheads prey on native fish species, compete for food and resources, and can breathe air, allowing them to travel across land.
May 31, 2024
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