Nov 20, 2018 · One of the most interesting fish at the Montbrook site is the Aplodinotus sp. which is one of the more common bony fish fossils. The only living Aplodinotus species is the freshwater drum, Aplodinotus grunniens, however, this drum shows several morphological differences, mainly in the shape of its pharyngeals. Based on these pharyngeals, a diet ...

The black drum (Pogonias cromis), also known as the drum or drummer, is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Sciaenidae, the drums and croakers. It is found in the western North Atlantic Ocean off the eastern coast of North America.

Why do we dissect? Why do we use this fish? a striped bass. Tight! These are also functions of the kidney. Note the kidney is much less developed in this organism.

The freshwater drum, Aplodinotus grunniens, is a fish endemic to North and Central America. It is the only species in the genus Aplodinotus, [3] and is a member of the family Sciaenidae. It is the only North American member of the group that inhabits freshwater for its entire life. [4] .

Oct 27, 2024 · After years of inquiries, research, and expert consultations, this beachcomber finally uncovered the truth. Identifying it as freshwater drum pharyngeal teeth not only solves the mystery but also offers a glimpse into the remarkable …

Nov 22, 2019 · Freshwater drum like turbid water and inhabit slow or moderate current over sand or mud bottoms. A freshwater drum’s lateral line (a visible line of sense organs on the side of a fish for detecting pressure and vibration) extends to the end of its tail, which is farther than most other fish species.

Skull (neurocranium) of a Black Drum, Pogonias cromis from the Florida Museum of Natural History Environmental Archaeology Collection (UF Z 6608).

May 27, 2024 · The drum fish is a bottom-dwelling fish that feeds on crustaceans, mussels, insects, and other fish along the sea, river, or lake floor. The large canine teeth of some species can help them crunch through the tough exterior of crabs and other shelled prey.

As others have said, these are pharyngeal bones of a Black Drum. People often suggest Sheepshead for these, but they lack the robust pharyngeals that Black and Freshwater Drum have (Sheapshead have their signature dentition on their premaxillae and dentaries).

Aug 24, 2020 · This may be, though not sure, one of the supporting bones of the dorsal spine of the black drum, Pogonias cromis also known as drum or drummer. It is the only species in the genus Pogonias.