Western blacknose dace
📖 Overview
Adults inhabit cool streams. They feed on aquatic insects . They survive well in aquarium conditions and the pink lateral band of mature males make them attractive for native fish aquaria . Migratory behaviour is undetermined .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Western blacknose dace is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Western blacknose dace is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic; depth range 2 - 5 m . Subtropical North America: primarily in upper Mississippi and Ohio drainages, U.
🌿 Ecology
aquatic insects (Ref
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Western blacknose dace.
🔍 Similar Species
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