Rainbow darter
Etheostoma caeruleum
Where at Shedd?
At Home on the Great Lakes
| Diet | Insect larvae, mayfly nymphs and fish eggs |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 3 inches (7.7 cm); common length 2 inches (5.3 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | North America |
| Habitat | Streams of the Great Lakes region and the Mississippi River basin, south to Tennessee |
Did you know?
- Male rainbow darters boast bands of color—to attract plain brownish females.
- A stream full of darters—that’s a sign of a healthy habitat. Darters require clean gravel and clear running water.