The Northern pearl dace is a small freshwater fish typically measuring 3-5 inches and weighing up to 0.1 pounds. It has a slender, silver body with a distinctive pearl-like sheen. Found in clear, cool streams and lakes across North America, it feeds on insects and small invertebrates. This species is known for its schooling behavior and adaptability to various aquatic environments. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Northern pearl dace
length · weight
Northern pearl dace
4 in · 3 oz


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