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Tiger Muskellunge - Esox masquinongy x lucius

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Non-native Species

Global Rank: GNA
State Rank: SNA


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General Description
The tiger muskellunge is a sterile hybrid of the Northern Pike and Muskellunge.

Species Range
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Non-native
 


Observations in Montana Natural Heritage Program Database
Number of Observations: 128

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Recency

 

(Observations spanning multiple months or years are excluded from time charts)



Habitat

Reproductive Characteristics
Sterile hybrid

Management
The management of this and other native and non-native fish species and their habitats is outlined in Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks' 2023-2026 Statewide Fisheries Management Plan

Stocked in a small number of reservoirs.

Useful Links:
Central and Eastern Montana Invasive Species Team
Montana Invasive Species website
Aquatic Invasive Species


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Citation for data on this website:
Tiger Muskellunge — Esox masquinongy x lucius.  Montana Field Guide.  .  Retrieved on , from