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NAS - Nonindigenous Aquatic Species



Misgurnus anguillicaudatus
(Oriental weatherfish)
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Exotic to United States


Specimen ID33139
GroupFishes
GenusMisgurnus
Speciesanguillicaudatus
Common NameOriental weatherfish
StateID
Localityirrigation canals, Boise River
HUC8 NameMiddle Snake
HUC8 Number17050000
Year1989
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Primary Pathwayreleased aquarium
Statusestablished
CommentsSpringtime farmers put water into canals for irrigation and find a number of loaches at the surface. Loaches overwinter in mud; very hardy so don't freeze.
Record TypePersonal communication
VerifierID Fish & Game, Bill Horton-staff biologist (208)3
Fresh/Marine IntroductionFreshwater




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