Neogobius melanostomus
Neogobius melanostomus
(Round Goby)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID3630
Impact TypeFood Web
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact Descriptionour 1994 collections suggest that logperch numbers have declined in the Algonac, MI area. We documented the movement of round gobies onto sandy beach areas at night, where they could depress prey items logperch rely upon for food.
Reference22782
Great Lakes RegionYes
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