Ray C. Schmidt, PhD
@afrfreshh2o.bsky.social
Reposted by Ray C. Schmidt, PhD
2 Fast, 2 Furiosus: The Carolina madtom’s species name “furiosus” is a reference to the sharp sting they can deliver to would-be predators + clumsy fish biologists. These bee-like stings come from the large spines on their pectoral fins that deliver a mild (but painful) venom #25DaysofFishmas
December 5, 2025 at 2:11 PM
2 Fast, 2 Furiosus: The Carolina madtom’s species name “furiosus” is a reference to the sharp sting they can deliver to would-be predators + clumsy fish biologists. These bee-like stings come from the large spines on their pectoral fins that deliver a mild (but painful) venom #25DaysofFishmas