NS Workshop: Fishes of Wisconsin

Wisconsin is home to 147 native species of fishes, ranging from parasitic lampreys to colorful darters to majestic pikes and prehistoric sturgeons. This workshop will present the breadth of fish diversity in southeast Wisconsin, with an emphasis on the taxonomy and ecology of our native fishes, as well as how to identify them. The class will cover the basics of fish taxonomy and anatomy, as well as some basic fish biology.  The field session will offer opportunities to learn how to safely and effectively capture fishes in the wild; to learn “on-site” identification of fishes in the field; and opportunities for further discussions about the ecology and evolution of fishes. Students should come prepared to get wet and/or muddy!