Paddlefish

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Description

The Paddlefish is a Fish that lives in The Marrows in The Iron Rig DLC.

Fishing

When fishing for Paddlefish, the game utilizes the spiral minigame.

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Pursuits

  • One needed in the first part of the Scientist's Strange Specimens

Real-Life Counterpart

  • The Paddlefish (Polyodon spathula) is a unique species of freshwater fish found primarily in the Mississippi River basin and its tributaries in North America. They are easily recognized by their elongated, flattened snout, which can make up to one-third of their total length, and can reach sizes of up to 2 m (6.6 ft). Paddlefish are filter feeders, using their specialized gill rakers to capture zooplankton from the water. They are known for their migratory behavior, often traveling long distances to spawn in river systems. Paddlefish populations have declined due to habitat loss, pollution, and overfishing, leading to their classification as vulnerable by conservation organizations.

History

The Paddlefish was first found in the BSG press kit. [1]