Fishing for Sheepshead minnow

Cyprinodon variegatus
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The Sheepshead minnow is a small, robust fish typically measuring 2-3 inches and weighing up to 0.1 pounds. It inhabits coastal marshes and estuaries, favoring brackish waters. Its diet consists of algae, small invertebrates, and detritus. Known for its adaptability, this species exhibits schooling behavior and can tolerate varying salinities and temperatures. This summary is AI generated

_Joeturner_, Fishbrain angler since 2017

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Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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