In the present study, the biology of the pumpkinseed Lepomis gibbosus in the artificial lake
of Aoos, located in northwestern Greece, was investigated. The samplings of the …

Despite the growing evidence for individual variation in trophic niche within populations, its
potential indirect effects on ecosystem processes remains poorly understood. In particular …

Relationships between morphological traits and their ecological function frequently result in
patterns that are consistently observed within taxa. Across fishes, the field of ecomorphology …

Phenotypic plasticity can contribute to the proliferation and invasion success of
nonindigenous species by promoting phenotypic changes that increase fitness, facilitate …

Bluegill sunfish Lepomis macrochirus exhibit intraspecific variation in their morphology and
swimming performance based on habitat. The pelagic form has a relatively streamlined …

Bluegill Lepomis macrochirus showed variation in their diet and trophic morphology based
on habitat. Pelagic L. macrochirus feed almost exclusively on cladocerans; littoral L …

Although the form and function of feeding apparatus structures and diet composition are
linked in adult fishes, it is often not clear when during ontogeny ecomorphological patterns …

Adaptive strategies in morphology can significantly influence the successful invasion and
establishment of non-native species. Since its introduction, the pumpkinseed (Lepomis …

The anatomy of the feeding apparatus in fishes, including both oral and pharyngeal jaw
elements, is closely related to the ecology of a species. During ontogeny, the oral and …

Quantifying the trophic dynamics of invasive species in novel habitats is important for
predicting the success of potential invaders and evaluating their ecological effects. The …