Family: |
Leuciscidae (Minnows), subfamily: Pogonichthyinae |
Max. size: |
5.9 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
Distribution: |
North America: Umpqua River drainage in Oregon, USA. |
Diagnosis: |
Oregonichthys kalawatseti is very similar to O. crameri but can be distinguished by having unscaled or partly scaled breast, slightly subterminal mouth, and 34-40 scales on lateral line (Ref. 86798). |
Biology: |
Inhabits sluggish sand- and gravel-bottomed runs, pools and backwaters of creeks and small rivers as well as sloughs. Usually found near vegetations (Ref. 86798). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 25 April 2012 (B1ab(ii,v)+2ab(ii,v)) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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