Range and Identity
Lepidomeda aliciae is associated with the Utah Lake and Sevier systems. Older Beaver River records and possible introductions elsewhere should remain distinct from the central range account. A historical loss or suspected introduction is not the same as a verified present-day locality.
Habitat and Behavior
Adults inhabit sluggish pools and backwaters in creeks and small to medium rivers, usually over mud or sand. This sheltered setting differs from a description of fast boulder riffles. Precise channel position is useful even within the same stream.
Food and Life History
The reported maximum is fifteen centimeters total length. A detailed migration route, independent maximum mass and complete species-specific feeding account are not established in the checked summary. These details are not supplied from the related Northern Leatherside Chub.
Field Note
Keep the drainage and date with the original identification. Regional leatherside names and historical records are easier to interpret when the observation retains more than a general Utah location.
All Lakes With Southern Leatherside Chub
Browse lakes and reservoirs with documented Southern Leatherside Chub records, listed alphabetically. Records do not establish current abundance or public access. Check the evidence and managing authority for the water you choose.
No published lakes are currently linked to this species in our confirmed records.