Based on the Characteristics of the Snakehead Described, Which Strategy

question 37

Multiple Choice

Based on the characteristics of the snakehead described, which strategy is most likely to reduce the spread of this species significantly?

• A) extending the fishing season for prey fishes
• B) introducing a natural predator to feed on juvenile snakeheads
• C) capturing breeding snakeheads and sterilizing them so that they cannot breed any longer
• D) introducing algae and photosynthetic bacteria to reduce nutrient levels in the water

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