The smallest fish species in Michigan — adults rarely exceed 1.5 inches. Found in weedy lakes and slow streams. State special concern species.
No stocking records are on file for Least Darter.
This is common for several reasons: this species may reproduce naturally and not require stocking (e.g. Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike), it may be managed under a different program not tracked here, or records may predate our database. For the most current data, check the Michigan DNR Stocking Database directly.