By the Light of the Silvery Minnow: Can Young Minnows Be Taught About Their Natural Foods?

By the Light of the Silvery Minnow: Can Young Minnows Be Taught About Their Natural Foods?Science · Elementary Science · Grades 3–5Reading

Many changes have occured in the Rio Grande since the 1940s that have created a river that is deeper and faster. This has created problems for the Rio Grande silvery minnow populations. The scientist in this study was interested in the natural diet of silvery minnows in an effort to help rebuild the population. Topics: Water, Wildlife, Diatom, Endangered Species, Fish Hatchery, Human Impacts, Rio Grande, Silvery Minnow.

From USDA Forest Service, Natural Inquirer · Public domain (US Gov) · original source