Fishing for Rainbow shiner

Notropis chrosomus

The rainbow shiner is a small, brightly colored freshwater fish native to clear streams and rivers of the southeastern United States. It has a slender, laterally compressed body that becomes vividly iridescent during the breeding season. Adults reach about 2–3 inches in length and weigh just a few grams. It is active, schooling, and thrives in clean, well-oxygenated habitats. This summary was AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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