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The Nonindigenous Occurrences section of the NAS species profiles has a new structure. The section is now dynamically updated from the NAS database to ensure that it contains the most current and accurate information. Occurrences are summarized in Table 1, alphabetically by state, with years of earliest and most recent observations, and the tally and names of drainages where the species was observed. The table contains hyperlinks to collections tables of specimens based on the states, years, and drainages selected. References to specimens that were not obtained through sighting reports and personal communications are found through the hyperlink in the Table 1 caption or through the individual specimens linked in the collections tables.

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Common name: Blue Chub

Taxonomy: available through www.itis.gov

Identification: Moyle (1976a); Page and Burr (1991); Bond (1994).

Size: 41 cm.

Native Range: Klamath and Lost River systems of Oregon and California (Lee et al. 1980 et seq.; Page and Burr 1991).

Alaska	Hawaii	Puerto Rico & Virgin Islands	Guam Saipan

Hydrologic Unit Codes (HUCs) Explained
Interactive maps: Point Distribution Maps

Means of Introduction: Unknown. According to Logan (personal communication), Oregon introductions took place during the 1920s.

Status: Introductions into Paulina and East lakes in Oregon were unsuccessful (Logan, personal communication). Status of Diamond Lake introduction unknown.

Impact of Introduction: The impacts of this species are currently unknown, as no studies have been done to determine how it has affected ecosystems in the invaded range. The absence of data does not equate to lack of effects. It does, however, mean that research is required to evaluate effects before conclusions can be made.

Remarks: Lee et al. (1980 et seq.) noted that it had been introduced outside its native range, but nonindigenous sites apparently were not mapped. McPhail and Lindsey (1986) listed it as introduced to the Middle Columbia drainage, but did not provide details. Paulina and East lakes are calderas and both are within the same crater, a remnant of Mt. Newberry. According to Logan (personal communication), neither lake had naturally occurring fish, though a few salmonid species have been successfully introduced. East Lake does not have an outlet, but Paulina Lake does have an outlet (Paulina Creek) which is in the Deschutes-Columbia River drainage.

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Author: Fuller, P.

Peer Review Date: 12/2/1999

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