Southern Logperch
NameSouthern Logperch
Scientific NamePercina kathae
Common NamesSouthern Logperch, Logperch
FamilyPercidae
OriginSoutheastern United States, Gulf Coast drainages, Pearl River, Escambia River
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther native darters, Minnows, Shiners, Small native catfish (e.g., madtoms)
Description
The Southern Logperch is a slender, bottom-dwelling darter native to the southeastern United States, known for its distinctive barred pattern and elongated snout. It uses its snout to flip over stones in search of benthic invertebrates. This species requires cool, clear, and well-oxygenated water with a strong current and a substrate of sand and gravel.
