The riffle sculpin is a small, freshwater fish typically measuring 3-4 inches and weighing up to 0.1 pounds. It has a mottled brown body with a large head and fan-like pectoral fins. Found in cool, fast-flowing streams in the western United States, it feeds on aquatic insects and small invertebrates. It is known for its cryptic behavior and preference for rocky substrates. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Riffle sculpin
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Riffle sculpin
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