Fishing for Carolina fantail darter

Etheostoma brevispinum

The Carolina fantail darter is a small freshwater fish found in clear, fast-flowing streams. It typically measures around 2-3 inches and weighs less than 0.1 pounds. With a slender body and distinctive fan-shaped fins, it feeds on insects and small invertebrates. This species is known for its agile swimming and preference for rocky substrates. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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