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
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Western blacktail shiner
Lake Sidney Lanier
length · weight
Western blacktail shiner
length · weight
Western blacktail shiner
length · weight
Western blacktail shiner
4 in ·


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