Spotted Gar

This episode of 'Rarified' introduces listeners to the rare and endangered Spotted Gar, a unique fish inhabiting the shallow coastal waters of Lake Erie. Host interviews Dominique Rumble, a PhD student from the University of Toronto, who shares insights from her conservation research on the Spotted Gar. They discuss the fish's distinctive characteristics, behavior, habitat, and the main threats to their survival. Dominique also reminisces about fieldwork adventures and emphasizes the importance of wetland restoration projects.