Speckled Dace
NameSpeckled Dace
Scientific NameRhinichthys osculus
Common NamesSpeckled Dace, Western Dace
FamilyLeuciscidae
OriginWestern North America, Columbia River Basin, Fraser River Basin, Great Basin, Colorado River Basin
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther Dace species, White Cloud Mountain Minnows, Rainbow Darters, Rosy Red Minnows, Small, peaceful cool-water fish
Description
The Speckled Dace is a small, slender fish characterized by its mottled or speckled pattern, which provides excellent camouflage in its natural habitat. Native to cool, clear streams and rivers of Western North America, they are hardy bottom-dwellers. These adaptable fish are suitable for cool-water community aquariums.
