The fish was originally known from 35 populations and was once relatively common throughout its range. The darter was first identified as being in need of federal protection in 1982. The Center, West ...

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — This fish is so rare it was thought to be ... but chances are you’ve never encountered the tiny diamond darter, which is now found only in the Mountain State.

Among these is the vermilion darter, one of 180 freshwater species endemic to the Mobile Basin drainage. While some fish persist in spite of habitat alteration, this colorful darter can't handle the ...

An image of the endangered candy darter, found in the Gauley and New River Basins in West Virginia ... Environmental groups filed a lawsuit Wednesday urging the federal government to enact protections ...