These fish can be found in groups numbering in the hundreds! In fact, “mummichog” is a Native American word meaning “going in crowds.”
ORIGIN:
East North American Coast
HABITAT:
Tidal creeks, estuaries and saltwater marshes
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
Length: 5-7 in
DIET:
Snails, plankton and smaller fish
PREDATORS:
Birds and larger fish
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Highly tolerant of environmental changes
REPRODUCTION:
Up to 460 eggs released at one time
THREATS:
None
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Up to 4 yrs