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Central mudminnow

Umbra limi

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A mudminnow from central and eastern North America, from quiet waters. It is very tolerant of oxygen-poor water.

Scientific name
Umbra limi
Family
Umbridae

Fact sheet

General

Water
Freshwater
Group
Fish

Taxonomy

Family
Umbridae
Order
Esociformes
Synonyms
Hydrargira limi

Origin

Native region
América do Norte

Water

Temperature
17–22 °C
pH
6–6.5
General hardness (GH)
3–8 °dGH

Size and lifespan

Adult size
14 cm
Lifespan
4 years

Behavior

Swimming level
Bottom
Diet
Carnivore

Conservation and trade

IUCN status
Least concern (LC)

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