Roanoke logperch
📖 Overview
Roanoke logperch (Percina rex) is a ray-finned fish of the family Percidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 15 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Roanoke logperch is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Roanoke logperch is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate; 38°N - 37°N North America: upper Roanoke, upper Dan and upper Chowan River systems (in Roanoke River drainage) in Virginia, USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Roanoke logperch |
| 🌍CES | percina královská |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Перцина рекс |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Etheostoma rex | Jordan & Evermann | 1889 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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