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Gator gar

Atractosteus spatula

Photo by zepcheok
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Field Notes

Description:

Its name derives from the alligator-like appearance of these teeth along with the fish's elongated snout. The dorsal surface of the Alligator Gar is a brown or olive color, while the ventral surface tends to be lighter.

Habitat:

Rajamangala Aquarium, Trang

Reference Links:

Alligator gar

Species ID Suggestions

Short nosed gar

Lepisosteus Platostumus
BinzDewalch
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PublishedJune 23, 2013

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