Specimen Information

Astronotus ocellatus
Astronotus ocellatus
(Oscar)
Fishes
Exotic

Specimen ID269191
GroupFishes
GenusAstronotus
Speciesocellatus
Common NameOscar
StateAK
CountyAnchorage
LocalityJewel Lake
Mapping AccuracyAccurate
HUC8 NameAnchorage
HUC8 Number19020401
HUC10 NameCampbell Creek
HUC10 Number1902040106
HUC12 NameNorth Fork Campbell Creek
HUC12 Number190204010603
Map
+
Collection Year2002
Year AccuracyPublication Year
Potential Pathwayreleased aquarium
Statusfailed
Reference 1
Ref. Number:19117
Author:Alaska Department of Fish and Game.
Date:2002
Title:Alaska aquatic nuisance species management plan.
Publisher:Alaska Department of Fish and Game.
Pages:103 pp
CommentsSpecimens were found dead along the shoreline prior to ice formation on the lake.
Record TypeLiterature
Freshwater/MarineFreshwater


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.

Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [11/21/2024].

Contact us if you are using data from this site for a publication to make sure the data are being used appropriately and for potential co-authorship if warranted.

For general information and questions about the database, contact Wesley Daniel. For problems and technical issues, contact Matthew Neilson.