Fishing for Peamouth

Mylocheilus caurinus

The Peamouth is a freshwater fish known for its slender, silver body and distinctive dark lateral line. It typically grows up to 14 inches and weighs around 1-2 pounds. Found in rivers and lakes of the Pacific Northwest, it feeds on insects, crustaceans, and plant material. Peamouths often form schools and are active during twilight hours. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Hood River

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Hood River

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