Etowah Darter
NameEtowah Darter
Scientific NameEtheostoma etowahae
Common NamesEtowah Darter
FamilyPercidae
OriginNorth America, United States, Georgia, Etowah River system
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-72
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesRosyface Shiner, Striped Shiner, small peaceful native minnows, small suckers
Description
The Etowah Darter (*Etheostoma etowahae*) is a small, colorful freshwater fish endemic to the Etowah River system in Georgia, USA. Males exhibit striking orange and red fins, particularly during spawning. They are bottom-dwellers that thrive in clear, cool, highly oxygenated water with rocky or gravel substrates.
