The pretty shiner is a freshwater fish distinguished by its slender body and iridescent scales that shimmer with hues of silver and blue. Native to the southeastern United States, it typically reaches about 2-3 inches in length. It inhabits clear, slow-moving streams and ponds, feeding on small invertebrates and algae, and often forms schools, contributing to its dynamic aquatic presence. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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