Family: |
Percidae (Perches), subfamily: Etheostomatinae |
Max. size: |
6.6 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
Distribution: |
North America: found in Colorado, Guadalupe and Nueces River drainages in Texas, USA; and in Pecos River system in New Mexico, USA. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Adults occur in gravel and rubble riffles, especially spring-fed and vegetated riffles, of headwaters, creeks and small rivers (Ref. 5723). Eggs are found attached to the substrate unguarded (Ref. 7043). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Near Threatened (NT); Date assessed: 20 December 2011 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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