Hidden in Plain Sight: Long Island’s Rare and Unusual Fish

South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO)

Join us for a presentation by naturalist Aidan Perkins on Long Island's vast array of fish species. Light refreshments will be available.

South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center

This is the seventh lecture of our East End Environment Series!Join SOFO for light refreshments and a presentation with naturalist Aidan Perkins about the fish of Long Island. Long Island is home to an impressive array of fish species, from the freshwater creeks to the expansive saltwater bays. While many species are native to the region, there’s an intriguing phenomenon that adds a unique twist to the island’s aquatic ecosystem. The Gulf Stream, a warm ocean current that flows from the Caribbean north along the Atlantic coast, often carries tropical fish species into Long Island’s bays and inlets. These fish, which typically inhabit Caribbean waters, can be found unexpectedly in the waters around the island, making them a rare and exciting discovery. In this talk, I’ll dive into the science behind how these "tropical" fish make their way to Long Island, as well as share my personal techniques for locating and catching them.This program is for adults, teens, and children ages 8+.

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Hidden in Plain Sight: Long Island’s Rare and Unusual Fish

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