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Roanoke Darter

Percina roanoka

Taxonomy

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

About

Percina roanoka (common name Roanoke darter) is a species of darter native to Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina in the United States. It is found in the Roanoke, Tar, and Neuse river systems, typically in small to medium size rivers. It is a colorful species with an average length of 4.3 centimeters (1.7 in). It feeds on insect larvae and other small invertebrates, and spawns in late May and June. It is a common fish with...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Roanoke Darter?
The scientific name of Roanoke Darter is Percina roanoka.
What kingdom does Roanoke Darter belong to?
Roanoke Darter belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Roanoke Darter belong to?
Roanoke Darter belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Roanoke Darter belong to?
Roanoke Darter belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Roanoke Darter belong to?
Roanoke Darter belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Roanoke Darter belong to?
Roanoke Darter belongs to the family Percidae.
What genus does Roanoke Darter belong to?
Roanoke Darter belongs to the genus Percina.