Vertebrates
This common name refers to only one phylum.
Animal Phylum Chordata
These are pretty much always called Vertebrates.
Though most trout feed mostly on invertebrates, a few vertebrates do come their way. Baitfish, of course, are the most common, but mice, frogs, and salamanders all may supplement the diet of a lucky trophy-sized trout.
Cottidae (Sculpins) Sculpin Adult
View 7 PicturesThis seems to be a mottled sculpin, Cottus bairdi. Normally this species is more mottled.
View 7 PicturesThis seems to be a mottled sculpin, Cottus bairdi. Normally this species is more mottled.Region: Catskills
Collected May 6, 2007
Added May 18, 2007
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