The Whitetail shiner is a small freshwater fish characterized by its slender body and distinctive white-tipped tail. Typically measuring 2-3 inches in length and weighing less than 0.1 pounds, it inhabits clear, fast-flowing streams. Its diet consists mainly of insects and small invertebrates. The Whitetail shiner is known for its schooling behavior and agile swimming. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Whitetail shiner
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Whitetail shiner
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