was observed on 2026-09-18 in Austin.1 This endemic Texas species is listed as Near Threatened globally and remains part of a major native fish restoration program.2 Active conservation has restored populations to 14 river systems after decades of decline from hybridization with introduced smallmouth bass.2
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