The saddleback darter is a small freshwater fish distinguished by its slender body and distinctive saddle-like dark markings across its back. Found in the swift, clear streams and rivers of the central United States, it typically grows up to 3 inches in length. It feeds on small aquatic invertebrates and is often observed darting among rocks and gravel in search of food. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Saddleback darter
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