Fishing for Goldeye

Hiodon alosoides

The Goldeye is a freshwater fish known for its distinctive golden eyes and laterally compressed body. It typically measures 12-20 inches and weighs 1-2 pounds. Inhabiting slow-moving rivers and lakes in North America, it feeds on insects, crustaceans, and small fish. Goldeyes are nocturnal hunters, often found near the surface during twilight hours. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Lake Sakakawea

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Morris River

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