Nuisance Fish
Native Fish
Nuisance Species
Stop the Spread
DNR Trivia
100
Fish commonly bought from pet stores and released into the environment by humans. Can be many different species
What are Aquarium fish?
100
This bass is one of the most popular sport fish in the US, known for their strong attacks and for "leaping" out of the water to catch prey. 
What is a largemouth bass?
100
Land mammal that causes environmental destruction with digging, rooting around for food and destroying wetland habitats
What is a wild hog?
100
You should never _____ species of fish from one water body to another even within the same state. 
Move
100
The acronym DNR stands for...
What is the Department of Natural Resources?
200
Though they are not yet found in Georgia, these exotic fish were imported from Asia in the 70s and are considered invasive and a conservation concern for many of the mussel species in surrounding states
What is an Asian Carp?
200
A fish commonly caught as a first-time catch, these tend to be smaller fish found in ponds, rivers, streams, and reservoirs throughout Georgia and the US. Known for a prominent spot on their gill cover. 
What is a Bluegill Sunfish?
200
One of the most destructive invasive species found in the US. Originally brought over in a ballast tank on a ship in the 70s, now found throughout the US. Known for their striped shells. 
What are zebra mussels?
200
You should never _____ aquarium species into any waterbodies because the species are likely not native and can harm the native aquatic life and ecosystems. 
Dump or Introduce
200
In order to fish in Georgia over the age of 15 you need to purchase a ____
What is a fishing license?
300
Native to the Coosa and Tallapoosa rivers but have been introduced illegally to many reservoirs and rivers throughout the state. Particularly a threat towards smallmouth populations.
What is an Alabama Bass?
300
Native species that is largely stocked in ponds and reservoirs for fishing. A type of catfish that is commonly caught in Georgia. Known for their barbels or "whiskers" around their mouths that help them sense food in muddy places. 
What is a Channel Catfish?
300
Freshwater mussel originally brought over from Asia, found in the Altamaha River in 1971 but is now widespread throughout the state
What are Asian Clams (Corbicula)?
300
To prevent the spread of nuisance species when boating one should remember the acronym CDD.
Clean, Drain, Dry
300
The ____ division is charged with conserving, enhancing and promoting Georgia’s wildlife resources, including game and nongame animals, fish and protected plants.
What is the Wildlife Resources Division?
400
A species of catfish native to some rivers in Georgia that has been illegally introduced to the Satilla River where it threatens sunfish populations. A special DNR team has been tasked with getting rid of these fish in the Satilla River since 2007.
What is a Flathead Catfish?
400
Known for having a long "snout" and sharp teeth, these predatory fish are found in many reservoirs in Georgia. 
What is a long nose gar?
400
Giant snails that lay pink egg masses, introduced to the south Georgia coast and problematic for how much they eat in competition with native snails. 
What are island apple snails?
400
_____ pollution is one of the worst kinds of pollution and involves moving or introducing living organisms into an environment where they are not native.
Biological
400
If you love to fish and want to find a place to do so: consider going to a PFA such as our local Rocky Mountain PFA. PFA stands for _____
Public Fishing Area
500
A highly predatory fish introduced from China to the US, known for it's long thin body and pointed head.
What is a Northern Snakehead?
500
This ancient fish species known for their unique appearance was originally found in the Coosa River Basin until it was "extirpated" or made locally extinct in the river in the 1970s. Since the early 2000s the GA DNR has been reintroducing them to the Coosa River Basin system. 
What is a lake sturgeon?
500
Originally brought over to the US from Japan and China, these snails outcompete native snails and can grow their populations incredibly fast
What is a Mystery Snail?
500
If you see or catch a species you know is not native it is important to remember the first two Rs. 
Remove the species, Report it to your local DNR Office.
500
What are the three sections in WRD? 
Game Management, Fisheries Management, Wildlife Conservation