Carp & Sucker
Longnose Dace
Rhinichthys cataractae
FreshwaterCyprinidaeLeast Concern
About
The Longnose Dace is a small, slender fish characterized by its elongated snout that overhangs its mouth. They are bottom-dwelling fish, typically found in fast-flowing streams and rivers with rocky or gravel substrates.
- Average size
- 2-4 inches
- Colors
- Olive-brown to dark brown on the back and sides, with a lighter underside. They may have dark blotches or mottling along their sides and a dark lateral stripe.
- Diet
- Primarily aquatic insects, small crustaceans, and algae.
- Region
- Widespread across North America, including most of Canada and the northern and western United States.