Longnose Dace,  Rhinichthys cataractae

 
Physical Description: 
�	Elongate, robust body
�	Forked tail fin
�	Inferior mouth; long snout, overhangs the mouth
�	Tubercles small and present on male on head, body, and all fins
�	Dark olive-colored body
�	Dorsal and tail fins reddish, other fins pale 

Similar species: 
�	Blacknose dace (Rhinichthys atratulus)

Mean body size:
�	Adults are 60-85 mm standard length 

Habitat:
�	Fast waters of streams around rubble, boulders, and bedrock 

Distribution in VA:
�	Potomac, Rappahannock, James, New, and Tennessee drainages

Food Habits:  
�	Insects, worms, crustaceans, mites, algae, and other plant material

Reproductive Habits: 
�	Mature by age 2 
�	Spawning occurs April to May in water at 11.1-23.3�C
�	Fecundity is 1,400-2,800 eggs per female 

Population Status, Economic, or Ecological Importance: 
�	Common in its range

References:       

Jenkins, R.E and N.M. Burkhead. 1993. Freshwater Fishes of Virginia. American Fisheries Society, Bethesda, Maryland.

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