The scaly sand darter is a small freshwater fish inhabiting sandy-bottomed streams and rivers with clear, moderate currents in parts of North America. It typically grows to about 1.5 to 2.5 inches in length and weighs less than 0.05 pounds. The species has a slender, pale body with distinct scales and exhibits quick, darting movements along the substrate. This summary was AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Scaly sand darter
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