Collectible Wildlife Gifts | Great Northern Pike Plush Toy, Realistic Stuffed Animal, Stuffed Fish, Fishing 17

Pike, Great Northern Pike, Very Nice Plush Fish, Stuffed Animal, Educational, Realistic Figure, Gift,   17"   Northern Pike are found in freshwater throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Because of their body shape, their appearance is distinct from other freshwater fish, though the  Muskie  sometimes gets mistaken for this species. The pike has a long, slender body that is olive green in color and fades to yellowish-white on its belly. The sides of the fish are marked with lighter colored spots that usually match the belly color. One dorsal fin is located near the end of the back and this fin, along with the others, is marbled with spots. The pike has a long, flattened snout and a mouth full of sharp teeth. The major difference in appearance of male and female pike is size. The female fish are naturally larger than the male. Both genders grow continually with age. The average weight of a northern pike is between 3-7 pounds and 24-30 inches long. The largest pike ever caught was 58 inches long and weighed 68 pounds. Northern pike spawn in the spring when the water temperature reaches at least 48 degrees Fahrenheit. As the female spreads her eggs on vegetation in water no more than a foot deep, the male fertilizes them. Typically there are between 15,000 and 75,000 eggs. After the sticky eggs are attached to the submerged vegetation, the male and female both leave. The eggs hatch after about two weeks. The newly hatched feed on their egg sack until it is gone and then switch their diet to zooplankton. After about two weeks, they begin to feed on small fish. Pike grow most rapidly during the first two years of their life. Sexual maturity is reached between ages 3 and 5, with the males reaching this point earlier than the females of the same age. The average lifespan of a northern pike in the wild is 7 years. Thanks for visiting Collectible Wildlife Gifts, the leading provider of high-quality, lifelike animal Designs and gifts! We work hard to ensure we have a diverse range of products. Each product is inspected for their quality craftsmanship. Whether you're searching for a great gift or seeking educational designs for displays, we ™ve got you covered. At Collectible Wildlife Gifts, our products appeal to a wide range of customers, including family, friends, and educators. Our products are trusted and used by professional organizations as well including aquariums, zoos, and movie studios. Our extensive line of products boasts everything from plush sharks to educational animal growth cycles. Our products bring joy to recipients, and serve as valuable educational resources, sparking curiosity and fostering learning. Discover the wonders of the natural world with Collectible Wildlife Gifts. Browse our collection today!