Utah Lake sculpin
📖 Overview
Utah Lake sculpin (Cottus echinatus), first described by Bailey & Bond, 1963 is a small fish in the family Cottidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 9.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Extinct.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Utah Lake sculpin is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Utah Lake sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Temperate; 39°N - 38°N North America: Bonneville ecoregion, USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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