Gar usually inhabits lakes and slow-moving rivers. It has a smooth skin type. The preferred food type is carnivore. The life span is 10 - 20 years. Gar which scientific name is lepisosteidae has a size 0.6m - 3m (2ft - 9.8ft).
Facts about gars
Name | Gar |
Order | Lepisosteiformes |
Life Span | 10 - 20 years |
Phylum | Chordata |
Common Name | Gar |
Scientific Name | Lepisosteidae |
Water Type | Fresh |
Origin | American waters |
Colour | Grey, blue, black, brown, yellow |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Habitat | Lakes and slow-moving rivers |
Class | Actinopterygii |
Family | Lepisosteidae |
Distinctive Features | Elongated body and sharp needle-like teeth |
Size (L) | 0.6m - 3m (2ft - 9.8ft) |
Skin Type | Smooth |
Diet | Carnivore |
Main Prey | Fish, insects, invertebrates |
Average Clutch Size | 10 |
Predators | Large fish, alligators, humans |
Optimum pH Level | 6 - 9 |
Conservation Status | Least concern |