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Bowfin

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Caption: Bowfin (Amia calva): Bowfin are found in the Ohio River basin. A strong population resides at Green Bottom Wildlife Management Area. Many people fishing for black bass may catch a bowfin unintentionally.

Credit: Tracy Lee and Duane Raver

Courtesy Of: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

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