| Family: |
Leuciscidae (Minnows), subfamily: Pogonichthyinae |
| Max. size: |
6.2 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
North America: Colorado River to Rio Grande (into lower Pecos River) drainages in Texas, USA and Mexico. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits rocky and sandy runs and pools of headwaters, creeks and small to medium rivers. Usually occurs in clear water (Ref. 5723). Feeds on aquatic insects and algae (Ref. 79012). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 November 2018 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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