Pit Sculpin

Photo Credit: Doug Markle, Oregon State University

Overview

  • Species Common Name Pit Sculpin
  • Species Scientific Name Cottus pitensis
  • State Listing Status Sensitive

Ecoregions

Special needs

Occupies fast-flowing rocky riffles of cool, well-shaded, small streams, spring-fed creeks, and small boulder-strewn rivers.

Limiting factors

  • Availability of appropriate habitat.
  • Availability of water (linked to natural cycles) and understanding the influence of climate change on natural water cycles.

Conservation actions

Continue habitat restoration.