During the continuing cleaning of Srinagar’s iconic Dal Lake, the Jammu and Kashmir Lake Conservation and Management Authority (LCMA) discovered a rare type of fish known as “Alligator Gar” for the first time.
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Alligator Gar
Information | |
Scientific Name | Atractosteus spatula |
Size and Weight | Up to 8 feet in length, over 300 pounds |
Appearance | Long, narrow body; crocodile-like head; sharp teeth |
Distribution | Central and North America, freshwater habitats |
Fossil Record | Traces back to the Early Cretaceous, over 100 million years ago |
Feeding Habits | Voracious predator, feeds on fish, turtles, waterfowl, etc. |
Coloration | Brown or olive on upper body, lighter underside |
Longevity | Can live for several decades |
Conservation Status | Least Concerned (IUCN) |
Source: https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/chandigarh-news/alligator-gar-non-native-predator-fish-found-in-srinagar-s-dal-lake-ahead-of-g20-summit-sparks-humorous-reactions-101683934602775.html