The red shiner is a small, vibrant freshwater fish, typically reaching 2-3 inches in length and weighing up to 0.1 pounds. It features a silvery body with red-tinted fins. Inhabiting streams and rivers, it thrives in diverse habitats. Omnivorous, it feeds on insects, algae, and small invertebrates. Known for its adaptability, it often forms schools. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Red shiner
length · weight
Red shiner
length · weight
Red shiner
length · weight
Red shiner
length · weight
Red shiner
length · weight
Red shiner
length · weight


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