Wood River sculpin
📖 Overview
Wood River sculpin (Cottus leiopomus), first described by Gilbert & Evermann, 1894 is a small fish in the family Cottidae (order Perciformes). Adults typically reach 11.00 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 Near Threatened.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Wood River sculpin is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Wood River sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Temperate; 44°N - 42°N North America: known only from Little and Big Wood River systems (Snake River system) in Idaho, USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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