Coppercheek darter
📖 Overview
Occurs in clear, fast rocky riffles of small to medium rivers . Feeds on hydropsychid caddis larvae, midge larvae, mayfly nymphs, blackfly larvae, and a wide variety of additional aquatic insect immatures plus a few snails .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Coppercheek darter is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Coppercheek darter is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical; 37°N - 35°N North America: found only in Duck River system (Tennessee River drainage) in western central Tennessee, USA.
🌿 Ecology
hydropsychid caddis larvae, midge larvae, mayfly nymphs, blackfly larvae, and a wide variety of addi
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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