Sharphead darter
📖 Overview
Sharphead darter (Etheostoma acuticeps) is a ray-finned fish of the family Percidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 8.4 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Sharphead darter is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sharphead darter is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Eggs are left buried in small gravel and pebbles .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate; 37°N - 36°N North America: found only in Holston and Nolichucky River systems (Tennessee River drainage) in western Virginia, western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee, USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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