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Emerald Darter

Etheostoma baileyi

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Perciformes ›Family: Percidae ›Genus: Etheostoma

About

The emerald darter (Etheostoma baileyi), a fish species in the family Percidae found only in northern and eastern Kentucky and northeastern Tennessee. E. baileyi is a member of the snubnose darter subgenus (Ulocentra) and shares many similarities with other species in the group, such as eight or nine dorsal saddles, a blunt nose, scales on the belly, and other distinguishing characteristics. Emerald darters are moderate-sized darters, ranging from 2.9 to 5.0 cm. Males are generally slightly larger...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Emerald Darter?
The scientific name of Emerald Darter is Etheostoma baileyi.
What is the conservation status of Emerald Darter?
The Emerald Darter has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Emerald Darter belong to?
Emerald Darter belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Emerald Darter belong to?
Emerald Darter belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Emerald Darter belong to?
Emerald Darter belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Emerald Darter belong to?
Emerald Darter belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Emerald Darter belong to?
Emerald Darter belongs to the family Percidae.
What genus does Emerald Darter belong to?
Emerald Darter belongs to the genus Etheostoma.