Redeye chub explained

Redeye chub (Notropis harperi) is a species of cyprinid fish native to freshwaters of southeastern North America.[1]

Unlike other members of Notropis, they have a pair of barbels on the corners of their mouths.[2]

Etymology

The specific name is in honor of Dr. Francis Harper, who in 1939-40 collected the type specimens during field investigations along the routes of John and William Bartram.[3]

References

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Notropis harperi Fowler, 1941. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species. U.S. Geological Survey. Fuller. Pam. Nico. Leo. 30 June 2004. 8 February 2023. Gainesville, Florida.
  2. Web site: Redeye. Outdoor Alabama . Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
  3. Web site: Scharpf . Christopher . Lazara . Kenneth J. . 28 December 2023 . Family LEUCISCIDAE Subfamily POGONICHTHYINAE (American Minnows and Shiners) . 28 January 2023 . The ETYFish Project.