Waccamaw Killifish
Fundulus waccamensis
A small, endemic killifish species found only in Lake Waccamaw, North Carolina. This critically endangered species is known for its distinctive coloration and limited range.
Waccamaw Killifish at a glance
- Scientific name
- Fundulus waccamensis
- Typical size
- 2-3 inches
- Water
- Freshwater
- Habitat
- Freshwater
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Legendary
Habitat
Endemic to Lake Waccamaw in southeastern North Carolina, inhabiting shallow vegetated areas and shorelines. Due to its small size and protected status, this species is not targeted by anglers and is primarily of interest to researchers and conservationists.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a waccamaw killifish through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksWaccamaw Killifish questions people ask
Waccamaw Killifish is Fundulus waccamensis.
A typical waccamaw killifish runs 2-3 inches. Cobia records the length and weight of every waccamaw killifish you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
Endemic to Lake Waccamaw in southeastern North Carolina, inhabiting shallow vegetated areas and shorelines. Due to its small size and protected status, this species is not targeted by anglers and is primarily of interest to researchers and conservationists. It is a fresh water species, filed under freshwater in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
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