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Ichthyology Lesson 20-
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Ichthyology Lesson 20-mosquito fish - ANS-'strong little fish', similar to guppies, that can survive in many
environments. Often introduced into aquatic environments to control mosquitos.
viviparous - ANS-bearing live young.
gestation period - ANS-the length of time between fertilization and birth of a mammal.
mosquito fish are 16-28 days.
invasive species - ANS-species that enter new ecosystems and multiply, harming native
species and their habitats. mosquito fish are considered invasive in some habitats.
Gambusia affinis - ANS-Western Mosquitofish
Mosquito Larva - ANS-An adult female mosquito fish can consume 100 per day.
West Nile Virus - ANS-spread to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito. mosquito
fish were bred in California with the specific intent of controlling this virus.
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