Author: (Swain, 1883)
FBname: Dusky darter
Comments: Inhabit fast gravel runs, sometimes riffles, of creeks and small to medium rivers.  Often found near brush (Ref. 5723, 10294).  Young are found in shallower gravel riffles (Ref. 7043). Juveniles feed on midge and blackfly larvae; adults consume caddisfly and mayfly larvae (Ref. 10294).  Males are larger and darker in color during breeding (Ref. 69400).