colorado river squawfish (ptychocheilus lucius) in Silver Chubs inhabit clear, fast-flowing rivers and streams with gravel or sandy bottoms, often preferring areas with ample vegetation for cover and spawning.
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ptychocheilus luciusESA Categories -fish

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    colorado river squawfish, colorado squafish, colorado squawfish, colorado pikeminnow

  • Regions

    CanadaUnited States of America, United States

  • Population

    The population of Silver Chubs is estimated to be stable in some regions but declining in others due to various anthropogenic factors.

  • Habitat

    Silver Chubs inhabit clear, fast-flowing rivers and streams with gravel or sandy bottoms, often preferring areas with ample vegetation for cover and spawning.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    1.5, and 5

Regions

Canada, United States of America, United States

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