The Satinfin shiner is a small freshwater fish, typically reaching 3-4 inches in length and weighing around 0.1 pounds. It features a slender, silver body with distinctive reflective fins. Inhabiting clear streams and rivers in the eastern United States, it primarily feeds on insects and small invertebrates. 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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Satinfin shiner
length · weight
Satinfin shiner
length · weight
Satinfin shiner
length · weight


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