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Western Sand Darter

🔬 Ammocrypta pellucida

A nearly transparent darter that buries itself in sand. Found in sandy-bottomed rivers. Rarely noticed by anglers. Sensitive to habitat disturbance.

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🌊 Where to Catch Western Sand Darter in Michigan

Lake County Population
Albany Creek Chippewa Good
Ankadosh Creek Chippewa Good
Anna River Alger Good
Au Sable River Crawford Good
Au Sable River Crawford Good
Au Sable River Iosco Good
Au Sable River Oscoda Good
Au Sable River (East Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (East Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (North Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (North Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Roscommon Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Crawford Good
Au Train River Alger Good
Augusta Creek Kalamazoo Good
Bad River Saginaw Good
Baldwin River Lake Good
Barber Creek Allegan Good
Bark River Delta Good
Western Sand Darter

🌿 Western Sand Darter Habitat & Behavior

DNR records show Western Sand Darter present in 391 Michigan water bodies.

📋 Quick Western Sand Darter Facts

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