Fishing for Fringed darter

Etheostoma crossopterum

The fringed darter is a small freshwater fish found in clear streams and rocky creeks of the southeastern United States. It has a slender, elongated body with a speckled brown or olive pattern and distinctive fin fringes. Adults typically reach 3–4 inches in length and weigh less than 0.1 pounds. It is generally solitary and remains close to the streambed. This summary was AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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