Non-migratory
Parental care
No specific migration pattern
Spawning
Some needlefish species undertake seasonal migrations, moving between different areas to find food or suitable spawning grounds.
During the mating season, male needlefish will aggressively chase and try to mate with females. They may form large groups or schools during this time.
Deposits eggs among plants
Males court females by displaying vibrant colors and performing elaborate mating rituals
Unknown
Males build nests for females to lay eggs
Do not exhibit long-distance migrations
Males establish territories and court females
Some species migrate to spawn
Spawning occurs during spring and summer
Migratory
Spawning in large groups
Egg-laying
Northern Lampfish undertake vertical migrations, moving up and down in the water column in response to changes in light and temperature.
During spawning, female Northern Lampfish release eggs into the water, which are fertilized by males.
Northern pike do not have a significant migration pattern.
During spawning, female northern pike create a nest by thrashing their tails in shallow water. They can lay between 5,000 and 30,000 eggs.
Migrate closer to shore during the breeding season
Spawning occurs in late spring and summer
Some individuals migrate between fresh and saltwater
Spawning in fast-moving water
