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Rio Grande Darter

Etheostoma grahami

Taxonomy

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

About

The Rio Grande darter (Etheostoma grahami) is a species of darter endemic to the lower Rio Grande drainage of the United States and Mexico. It inhabits riffles over substrates of gravel or rubble. This species can reach a length of 6 cm (2.4 in), though most only reach about 3 cm (1.2 in).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rio Grande Darter?
The scientific name of Rio Grande Darter is Etheostoma grahami.
What is the conservation status of Rio Grande Darter?
The Rio Grande Darter has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Rio Grande Darter belong to?
Rio Grande Darter belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Rio Grande Darter belong to?
Rio Grande Darter belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Rio Grande Darter belong to?
Rio Grande Darter belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Rio Grande Darter belong to?
Rio Grande Darter belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Rio Grande Darter belong to?
Rio Grande Darter belongs to the family Percidae.
What genus does Rio Grande Darter belong to?
Rio Grande Darter belongs to the genus Etheostoma.