The Iowa darter is a small freshwater fish typically measuring 1.5 to 2.5 inches and weighing less than 0.1 pounds. It features a slender body with vibrant patterns of green and brown. Inhabiting clear, slow-moving streams and lakes, it feeds on insects and small invertebrates. The species is known for its agile swimming and preference for vegetated areas. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Iowa darter
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Iowa darter
length · weight
Iowa darter
length · weight
Iowa darter
length · weight
Iowa darter
length · weight
Iowa darter
2 in · 2 oz


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