Western Mosquitofish 1
Where in Ontario have there been reported cases of the Western Mosquitofish?
There have been no documented cases in Ontario, but they are taking close precautions as they recognize the danger of it
List one of the characteristics that allow the Western Mosqutiofish to thrive.
Durable and adapting Body Structure, Fast Reproduction Rate, and Diverse Diet.
What does the Western Mosquitofish's diet mainly consist of?
Mosquito Larvae
Give and example of a key ecological impact of the Western Mosquitofish?
Competition for Resources, Predation, Habitat Disruption.
In which year, and one of the provinces were the Western Mosquitofish introduced in Canada?
1923, British Columbia or Alberta.
Finish the line. An invasive species ________ other species, causing _______ to an ecosystem.
Outcompetes and damage
What is the name of the act that the Western Mosquitofish has been placed in from the Government of Ontario?
"Invasive Species Act"
Name one of the native species impacted by the Western Mosquitofish.
Bluegill Sunfish or Plains Topminnow
Give an example of where Western Mosquitofish main habitat is.
Waterbodies, rivers, ponds, pools, and backwaters
Mosquitofish can travel in waters half their size, as little as ______
3mm
What is the name of the virus that the Mosquitofish are able to spread?
West Nile virus
In the 1923 Case Study, Western Mosquitofish were released into what river to control mosquito population?
Upper Illinois River