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Lepisosteus osseus
About 3 feet long. Distinct long and narrow snout. The width of the snout at the nostrils is less than the diameter of the eye. Large teeth on the upper jaw in single rows on each side. Brown or dark olive on upper parts, grading to white on the belly. Numerous rounded black spots on the body.
Most widely distributed gar in Missouri, found in nearly every major stream and impoundment in the state. Typically inhabits sluggish pools and backwaters of streams and deeper, open-water areas of lakes.
Took this photo while standing about 10 feet above water level on stream bank while looking for aquatic turtles.
Spotted on May 19, 2012
Submitted on May 22, 2012
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Nice picture!
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