Everglades National Park - Fish Biologist and Nonnative Brown Hoplo

The video discusses the presence of exotic Hoplo catfish in Florida, particularly near the Everglades National Park. These catfish, originally from South America, were first found in Florida in 1995 and later in the Everglades in 2002. The video explores possible ways they were introduced, such as through the aquarium industry or food markets. The proximity of these fish to the Everglades poses a threat to native species, especially during the wet season when canals overflow into marshes. Conservation efforts aim to preserve the natural ecosystem by removing these non-native species.

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