Specimen Information

Megalops atlanticus
Megalops atlanticus
(Tarpon)
Marine Fishes
Native Transplant

Specimen ID43785
GroupMarine Fishes
GenusMegalops
Speciesatlanticus
Common NameTarpon
StateTX
CountyBexar
LocalityVictor Braunig Reservoir [SE San Antonio]
Mapping AccuracyAccurate
HUC8 NameUpper San Antonio
HUC8 Number12100301
HUC10 NameCalaveras Creek-San Antonio River
HUC10 Number1210030103
HUC12 NameBraunig Lake-San Antonio River
HUC12 Number121003010301
Map
+
Collection Month12
Collection Year1989
Year AccuracyActual
Potential Pathwaystocked for sport
Statusfailed
Reference 1
Ref. Number:108
Author:Howells, R.G., and G.P. Garrett
Date:1992
Title:Status of some exotic sport fishes in Texas waters.
Journal:Texas Journal of Science
Volume:44
Issue:3
Pages:317-324
CommentsEither died from cold (7C) or from explosives used to dissipate dying blue tilapia from powerplant intake. The fish had several blue tilapia in its stomach and one in its mouth.
Record TypeLiterature
Freshwater/MarineFreshwater
Number Collected1
Size12.2 kg; 1067 mm TL


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 [4/19/2024].

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.