Pit sculpin
📖 Overview
Pit sculpin (Cottus pitensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cottidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 13 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Pit sculpin is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pit sculpin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Temperate; 42°N - 39°N North America: Pit and upper Sacramento River (above mouth of Pit River) systems in Oregon and California, USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Pit sculpin |
| 🌍CES | vranka oregonská |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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