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By the Light of the Silvery Minnow: Can Young Minnows Be Taught About Their Natural Foods?

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Many changes have occured in the Rio Grande since the 1940's that have created a river that is deeper and faster. This has created problems for the Rio Grande silvery minnow populations. The scientist in this study was interested in the natural diet of silvery minnows in an effort to help rebuild the population.

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