Percidae (Perches), subfamily: Etheostomatinae |
9 cm TL (male/unsexed); max. reported age: 4 years |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6.5 - 7.5; dH range: 10 - 20 |
North America: occurs only in Missouri Ozarks in the USA from Meramec River (Mississippi River tributary) to Osage and Moreau rivers (Missouri River tributaries). |
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Adults inhabit fast gravel and rubble riffles of small to medium rivers (Ref. 5723). Oviparous, spawn in batches (Ref. 58430). Eggs are found buried in the substrate (Ref. 7043). |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 24 January 2012 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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