Its native range in Colorado includes all drainage basins except the Colorado
River, where it has been introduced.
The fathead minnow is found in cool to warm aquatic habitats throughout eastern and northern
North America.
Its native range in Colorado includes all drainage basins except the Colorado
River, where it has been introduced.
It is found in most streams and lakes and is especially
common in environments where predaceous fishes are rare.
Fathead minnows eat a variety of
plant and animal matter. Because of its general habitat requirements and hardy nature, it is a
common bait fish.
Maximum Length: 3-4 inches (7.5-10 cm).
