Etheostoma mariae

Etheostoma mariae
Pinewoods Darter – Etheostoma mariae

Etheostoma mariae

FamilyScientific NameAuthorYearCommon Name
PercidaeEtheostoma mariae(Fowler)1947Pinewoods Darter

Unique Characteristics:  Belly and interpelvic area lacking modified scales. Lateral line normal, not arched upward. 1st anal spine stiff, as thick as 2nd spine. Sides dark dorsally and yellow ventrally; breast and lower half of head with black spots. Broad dusky lateral stripe. Spinous dorsal fin with bright red band. Restricted to the Lumber basin.

Similar Species: None

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