Greenside Darter (Etheostoma blennioides)

Fish in the family Percidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameEtheostoma blennioides

FamilyPercidae

Also known asGreen Darter

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

DietCarnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemp 50-72°F, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 6-20 dGH

Appearance

Coldwater darter; breeding males turn bright green with W-shaped green markings along the flanks.

Difficulty and care for the Greenside Darter

Hard

Origin and habitat

Eastern USA

Keeper notes

Peaceful bottom darter; males display green nuptial color and joust harmlessly. Eats micro-invertebrates and fry.

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