The wounded darter is a small, colorful freshwater fish notable for its distinct markings, including a series of dark blotches along its body. Inhabiting clear, rocky streams in the southeastern United States, it typically reaches 2-3 inches in length. It feeds on small aquatic invertebrates and exhibits territorial behavior, often dwelling in riffles and swift currents. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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