Taco Playz Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 So I live in Kentucky and I went over to one of my creeks and I found these super weird fish what are they. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Taco Playz Posted May 31, 2021 Author Share Posted May 31, 2021 I was looking at putting them in one of my aquariums but if they are a rare fish I probably release them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CorydorasEthan Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 (edited) The fish swimming at the top of the container looks like a blackstripe topminnow of some sort. I am unsure about the fish at the bottom though. Sorry, I am not too experienced when it comes to native fishes! Edited May 31, 2021 by CorydorasEthan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarina Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 The top one appears to be a type of minnow, the bottom appears to be a goby fry of some sort? Difficult to tell when they’re that small. Honestly if you don’t have a collection permit and you don’t know what species you’re looking at, you really should not be taking native fish from their habitat. Collection of any kind without a permit usually illegal and you could unknowingly do harm to a threatened population. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taco Playz Posted May 31, 2021 Author Share Posted May 31, 2021 2 hours ago, Nirvanaquatics said: The top one appears to be a type of minnow, the bottom appears to be a goby fry of some sort? Difficult to tell when they’re that small. Honestly if you don’t have a collection permit and you don’t know what species you’re looking at, you really should not be taking native fish from their habitat. Collection of any kind without a permit usually illegal and you could unknowingly do harm to a threatened population. Ok I wasn’t planning on keeping them. I just wanted to know what they are thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanoNano Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 Really good advice from @Nirvanaquatics on investigating collection permits. If you watch some of the "guys with nets in Florida canals" videos on Youtube, you'll see that they pick up a bunch of non native species- many of which likely originated from the aquarium hobby. And then there's the pythons and zebra mussels. Many state's DNR (Department of Natural Resources) have adopted a zero tolerance / hefty fine strategy on any activities that move species out of their natural range and/or into non native habitats, so beware and educate yourself as best you can. I'd extend @Nirvanaquatics guidance to researching eBay/Etsy etc. listings as well. I've caught a bunch of recent listings (e.g. Sphixi Snails) where sellers have listed plants and animals that have active DNR and Department of Agriculture restrictions on their sale and/or transport across state lines. Ignorance of retrictions isn't a defense in avoiding fines. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taco Playz Posted May 31, 2021 Author Share Posted May 31, 2021 Would I need a permit for Mosquito fish. They are super common in my pond. There’s probably millions of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taco Playz Posted May 31, 2021 Author Share Posted May 31, 2021 3 minutes ago, NanoNano said: Really good advice from @Nirvanaquatics on investigating collection permits. If you watch some of the "guys with nets in Florida canals" videos on Youtube, you'll see that they pick up a bunch of non native species- many of which likely originated from the aquarium hobby. And then there's the pythons and zebra mussels. Many state's DNR (Department of Natural Resources) have adopted a zero tolerance / hefty fine strategy on any activities that move species out of their natural range and/or into non native habitats, so beware and educate yourself as best you can. I'd extend @Nirvanaquatics guidance to researching eBay/Etsy etc. listings as well. I've caught a bunch of recent listings (e.g. Sphixi Snails) where sellers have listed plants and animals that have active DNR and Department of Agriculture restrictions on their sale and/or transport across state lines. Ignorance of retrictions isn't a defense in avoiding fines. I never knew that was against the law but thanks do you know where you can get collection permits at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarina Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 4 minutes ago, Taco Playz said: I never knew that was against the law but thanks do you know where you can get collection permits at. Ask your local fish and wildlife department. They can point you in the right direction for obtaining permits and identifying native and non-native species. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanoNano Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 I would research your state's DNR online site(s) and wouldn't be hesitant to call/email them for guidance. My general gut tells me that there's some animosity towards exotic fish/reptile hobbyists in many DNRs and courts due to irresponsible actions in the past (again...pythons and zebra mussels), so showing that you're a current hobbiest that's trying to be responsible and follow the DNR rules to NOT make further mistakes should be met with support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taco Playz Posted May 31, 2021 Author Share Posted May 31, 2021 I’m on my website right now I will probably go and release the fish because I want what’s best for the fish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taco Playz Posted May 31, 2021 Author Share Posted May 31, 2021 Quote 15 minutes ago, Taco Playz said: Would I need a permit for Mosquito fish. They are super common in my pond. There’s probably millions of them. I’ve seen people keep mosquito fish in aquariums before. I don’t want to keep them at all but I wondered because people at my pond nearby have taken them home before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick_G Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 I believe those are Bass fry. I see a ton while doing sampling for Fly Fishing. ramdom internet pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L_goodei200 Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 The top one might be a Bluntnose Minnow (Pimephales notatus), the bottom one is probably a young darter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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