Words of The Wetland Crossword

Spends part of their life under water and part on land.
Another name for Crawfish.
This swamp inhabitant has a bite pressure of nearly 3,000 lbs
Largest North American freshwater fish. Can survive in low oxygen conditions.
Common swamp tree.
These tasty decapods prefer the saltier side of the bayou.
This large, herbivorous, semiaquatic rodent. It has been classified for a long time as the only member of the family Myocastoridae.
This modern day term is believed to originate with a native american word "bayuk".
What is the smallest species of catfish?
This is the 5th most popular fish in America and 95% of it's supply comes from the south.
This family name is well known for the poplar reality tv show "Swamp People" on the History Channel.
This 1982 cult classic movie about a scientist that becomes a creature from the swamp. Directed by Wes Craven.
This ethnic group, who resides mainly in Louisiana, retain a unique dialect of the French language and numerous other cultural traits that distinguish them from their French ancestors.
The type of grassy terrain that often transitions land and water.
The technical term for fishing with a hook, line and sinker.
Perch and bluegills are often called this.
The method of using a large plastic bottle and fishing line to catch fish.
These native americans lived in the swamps of Louisiana long before anyone else.
White, slender bird often seen in the wetlands of the south.
Small aquatic carnivorous mammal.
Small canoe-like boat.
Who Founded Louisiana?