Fishing for Allegheny pearl dace

Margariscus margarita

The Allegheny pearl dace is a small freshwater fish, typically reaching 2-4 inches in length and weighing up to 0.1 pounds. It features a slender, silvery body with a pearly sheen. Inhabiting clear, cool streams and rivers, it feeds on insects and small invertebrates. This species is known for its schooling behavior and preference for gravelly substrates. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Allegheny pearl dace

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