Neogobius melanostomus
Neogobius melanostomus
(Round Goby)
Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID6760
Impact TypeOther
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationLaboratory
Impact DescriptionRound goby appeared to make up approximately 75% of burbot and smallmouth bass diet in Lake Erie and 36% of lake trout diet in Lake Ontario, indicating that a new energy source may be travelling up the food chain.
Reference24188
Great Lakes RegionYes
Cost 
LocationGreat Lakes, USA

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [11/23/2024].

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