missouri's aquatic hobby and conservation organization
Aquatic Journalism - Writ Large
The Darter Magazine is a publication of the Missouri Aquarium Society. Our mission is to further aquatic conservation and awareness, to educate, and to share our love for aquatic species and ecosystems.
Next Issue:
Ephemeral Waters - May 2026
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Darter 2026 -
The Water Cycle
This year, the Darter is following the path of the water from rainfall and glacial melt in the highlands, through the rivers, to the wetlands, lakes, and marshes, and finally to the estuaries, deltas and oceanic reefs. Each issue will focus in on the fish and plants from these broad ecosystem types around the world. We are also proud to be working with artist Nicole Coats, who is providing unique cover illustrations for each issue this year! Get all the collectible issues as they arrive!
Darter Archives
Darter Magazine has been publishing since the 1950s, and portions of our archive have been digitized and made available.
Keep up with the Club
On alternate months, MASI publishes the MASI Newsletter, for members at the Individual and Family membership level. This brief publication will let you know what's been happening in the club, who's breeding what fish, and what's coming next.
Darter Editorial Team
This is the team that makes it run, but the quality of the Darter ultimately comes down to our contributors, hobbyists, scientists, conservationists, and artists who provide us with the raw material to make great content. Got an idea for an article? Reach out, together we can create something special.
Banana Jones
Editor in Chief
David Farel
Mini-mag editor
Megan Moncure
Marketing manager