Size and Identity
At a published maximum of 7.2 centimeters including the tail, this is a small fish. The scientific name Percina copelandi helps keep it separate from Channel Shiner and other fishes that share part of its common name.
Where It Lives
The reported range includes parts of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence systems and other eastern North American drainages. Occurrence is localized; a broad range description should not be interpreted as a presence in every connecting waterway.
Feeding and Reproduction
Midge, mayfly and caddisfly larvae are documented foods. Eggs are buried in the substrate during spawning. Those links to the bottom make a description of sand, gravel and current valuable when recording an observation.
Look Along the Margin
The transition between a riffle and a quieter pool is a useful habitat feature to document. Include that setting with a photograph rather than relying on fish length alone.
All Lakes With Channel Darter
Browse all lakes and reservoirs with confirmed Channel Darter records in our database, listed alphabetically.
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- Blue Mountain Lake Yell, AR
- Lake Huron Alcona, MI
- Lake Saint Clair Wayne, MI