Where Does Peamouth Live?
Mylocheilus caurinus
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Where to find Peamouth
- Water type
- freshwater
- Depth
- Typically found in shallow to moderate depths, often near the surface or in mid-water.
- Environment
- Prefers cool, clear waters of lakes, slow-moving rivers, and large streams. Often found in areas with aquatic vegetation or submerged structures. Tolerant of some turbidity.
- Geographic range
- Native to western North America, from the Nass River in British Columbia south to the Columbia River basin in Oregon and Washington. Also found in some coastal drainages.
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