Anonymous, 2006



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Associated characteristics


Species Development state Trait Primary Data Secondary Data
Esox niger Egg Incubation time 6-12 9.0 days
Esox niger Larvae Larvae behaviour Hatchlings sink to bottom and attach to vegetation by adhesive spot on snout and remain until able to begin active feeding (app. 1 week) Demersal
Esox niger Female Age at sexual maturity 3-4 [Female] 3.5 year
Esox niger Female Length at sexual maturity 37.2-42.3 [Both sex] 39.75 cm
Esox niger Female Female sexual dimorphism Females appear to grow faster and live longer Absent
Esox niger Male Age at sexual maturity 2-4 [Male] 3.0 years
Esox niger Male Length at sexual maturity 37.2-42.3 [Both sex] 39.75 cm
Esox niger Spawning conditions Spawning season April-May [Ice-out] ['April', 'May']
Esox niger Spawning conditions Spawning temperature 8.3-11.1 9.7 °C
Esox niger Spawning conditions Spawning water type Flooded benches of streams, lakes and ponds Stagnant water
Esox niger Spawning conditions Spawning substrate Vegetation Phytophils
Esox niger Spawning conditions Spawning site preparation None No category
Esox niger Spawning conditions Nycthemeral period of oviposition Daytime Day
Esox niger Spawning conditions Parental care None No care