National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
arkansas river shiner
Regions
Arkansas, United StatesKansas, United StatesNew Mexico, United States
Population
50,000
Habitat
sandy-bottoms within the Arkansas River basin
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
1 to 2 grams (0.035... and 2 to 3 years in the wild
Regions
Arkansas, United States, Kansas, United States, New Mexico, United States, Oklahoma, United States, Texas, United States, United States of America, United States
The Arkansas River Shiner (Notropis girardi) is a small, endangered fish species native to the Arkansas River Basin in the central United States. The main threats to the Arkansas River Shiner include habitat loss, water pollution, and alterations to river flow patterns. Damming, water extraction, and channelization have disrupted their natural habitat and reduced their population. Additionally, competition with non-native fish species and hybridization pose further risks to their survival.
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- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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