Notropis chihuahua Woolman, 1892 Chihuahua shiner |
photo by
Thomas, C. |
Family: | Leuciscidae (Minnows), subfamily: Pogonichthyinae | |||
Max. size: | 8 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | benthopelagic; freshwater | |||
Distribution: | North America: Rio Grande drainage in Big Bend region of southwestern Texas, USA; and in northern Mexico. | |||
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Biology: | Inhabits sandy, rocky pools and runs of creeks and small rivers. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 05 March 2018 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |