Neogobius melanostomus
Neogobius melanostomus
(Round Goby)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID3652
Impact TypeCompetition
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationLaboratory
Impact DescriptionNeogobius melanostomus was able to displace the resident fish. The higher aggression of N. melanostomus in shelter competition could account for greater invasive success and the reduction of P. semilunaris observed in the wild.
Reference34252
Great Lakes RegionNo
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