Ozark Logperch
NameOzark Logperch
Scientific NamePercina fulvitaenia
Common NamesOzark Logperch
FamilyPercidae
OriginNorth America, Ozark Highlands, Missouri, Arkansas, White River drainage, St. Francis River drainage
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesSouthern Redbelly Dace, Bluntnose Minnow, Greenside Darter, Banded Sculpin, Other peaceful native stream fish
Description
The Ozark Logperch is a slender, bottom-dwelling darter characterized by its elongated, conical snout used for flipping stones to find prey. It displays distinctive dark vertical bars on a yellowish-tan body and often exhibits reddish-orange coloration in its dorsal fin, especially during breeding. This species is endemic to the clear, cool, rocky streams of the Ozark Highlands.
