Fishing for Blacktail shiner

Cyprinella venusta

The Blacktail shiner is a small freshwater fish characterized by its slender body and distinctive black spot at the base of the tail. It typically measures 3-4 inches in length and weighs up to 0.1 pounds. Inhabiting clear streams and rivers, it feeds on insects and algae. Known for its schooling behavior, it is active and agile. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Sixmile Creek

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Lake Allatoona

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Lake Pflugerville

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