Terrierman Posted January 24, 2013 Posted January 24, 2013 I for one would never call them losers but that is just me. Now just where were they introduced?? According to those losers at USGS, a whole lot of places. http://nas.er.usgs.gov/queries/FactSheet.aspx?speciesID=397
Chief Grey Bear Posted January 24, 2013 Posted January 24, 2013 This popped up when I clicked your link: Disclaimer: The data represented on this site vary in accuracy, scale, completeness, extent of coverage and origin. It is the user's responsibility to use these data consistent with their intended purpose and within stated limitations. We highly recommend reviewing metadata files prior to interpreting these data. And I have to say, that first sentence is the most correct aspect of this link. Chief Grey Bear Living is dangerous to your health Owner Ozark Fishing Expeditions Co-Owner, Chief Executive Product Development Team Jerm Werm Executive Pro Staff Team Agnew Executive Pro Staff Paul Dallas Productions Executive Pro Staff Team Heddon, River Division Chief Primary Consultant Missouri Smallmouth Alliance Executive Vice President Ronnie Moore Outdoors
Mitch f Posted January 24, 2013 Posted January 24, 2013 Well the pick looks less like a spotted bass than any spot I've ever seen. Looks like he's been hanging out in a dark cave for a couple of years...or it's a picture of a fingerling. "Honor is a man's gift to himself" Rob Roy McGregor
Gavin Posted January 24, 2013 Posted January 24, 2013 Thanks gents... I agree with you Mitch..Thats a lousy reference picture..Too much flash, and a tiny fish. .
Chief Grey Bear Posted January 24, 2013 Posted January 24, 2013 That map is not the most accurate either. Chief Grey Bear Living is dangerous to your health Owner Ozark Fishing Expeditions Co-Owner, Chief Executive Product Development Team Jerm Werm Executive Pro Staff Team Agnew Executive Pro Staff Paul Dallas Productions Executive Pro Staff Team Heddon, River Division Chief Primary Consultant Missouri Smallmouth Alliance Executive Vice President Ronnie Moore Outdoors
drew03cmc Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 Sure it is. That map indicates native spots in the Meramec basin, and every northern flowing stream with these "invasives". Andy
Outside Bend Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 I'd suggest reading the article, paying special attention to the sections on nonindigenous occurences and impacts of introduction, as opposed to just looking at the generalized range map. <{{{><
Chief Grey Bear Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 I did. It is not accurate either. Chief Grey Bear Living is dangerous to your health Owner Ozark Fishing Expeditions Co-Owner, Chief Executive Product Development Team Jerm Werm Executive Pro Staff Team Agnew Executive Pro Staff Paul Dallas Productions Executive Pro Staff Team Heddon, River Division Chief Primary Consultant Missouri Smallmouth Alliance Executive Vice President Ronnie Moore Outdoors
Terrierman Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 Sorry man, I'll take Bill Pfleiger's words as the most likely correct ones about fish in Missouri.
Wayne SW/MO Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 They're native in our part of the world. The reason that spots have suddenly come on the scene is because they were know as the Kentucky bass in Missouri. Eventually we ended up with enough out of state biologist that couldn't allow the colloquial names of Kentucky and jack salmon to be used. We now have spots and walleye. They aren't invasive, they're just extending their range do to the climate and drought. Today's release is tomorrows gift to another fisherman.
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