Solomon David (The Gar Guy)

Solomon David, known as "The Gar Guy," is an aquatic ecologist specializing in gars and native fishes. He discusses the fascinating world of gars, describing their ancient evolutionary traits and their unique anatomy. The conversation delves into the ethics of bowfishing and current conservation efforts, including alligator gar resurgence and regulatory challenges. Solomon also highlights gars as indicators for floodplain restoration and uncovers their surprising feeding strategies. Listeners will gain insight into the role of these remarkable fish in both nature and culture.