The Fantail darter is a small freshwater fish, typically reaching 2-3 inches in length and weighing up to 0.1 pounds. It features a distinctive fan-shaped tail and a mottled brown body. Inhabiting clear, rocky streams and rivers, it feeds on aquatic insects and small invertebrates. Known for its bottom-dwelling behavior, it is often observed darting among rocks. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Fantail darter
Eau Claire River (Wausau - Antigo)
length · weight
Fantail darter
length · weight
Fantail darter
length · weight


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