Tony
anutej_at_loxinfo.co.th
Fritz Rohde wrote:
> The number of pygmy sunfishes is somwhat in a state of flux at the
> moment. There are 6 described species as were listed earlier. There
> may be another undescribed species very similar to E. okefenokee. This
> is currently being investigated. The uniqueness of E. boehlkei and
> okatie are questionable. A soon to be published genetic paper shows a
> population of each species sharing an allele.
>
> As far as I know, there are no state regualtions pertaining to the
> collection of E. evergladei, okefenokee, and zonatum. E. boehlkei is
> considered to be threatened in both North and South Carolina. Most
> populations are healthy; it just has a very limited distribution. You
> need special permits to collect in either state. E. okatie is
> considered by South Carolina to be of Special Concern. I'm not aware of
> any restriction on species in that category. E. alabamae has been
> considered for federal listing but at this point isn't. I believe it
> may be listed by Alabama as of special concern. It is quite abundant in
> the Beaverdam Creek system.
>
> Fritz Rohde
> Wilmington, NC
>
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