Author: (Cope, 1872)
FBname: Rio Grande chub
Comments: Inhabits flowing pools of headwaters, creeks and small rivers.  Occurs usually near brush (Ref. 5723, 86798).  Mid-water carnivore; feeds on zooplankton, aquatic and terrestrial insects, crustaceans, juvenile fish, and a limited amount of detritus (Ref. 79012).