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Tennessee Shiner 0005 (1)

Tennessee Shiner

Fish / Notropis leuciodus
Length Up to 3"
Conservation Status
Least Concern

Tennessee Shiners are predominately silver in color most the year, but breeding males have bright red coloration all over their head, body and fins. Breeding typically occurs in late spring.

Range
Ohio River Drainage, including the Cumberland and Tennessee river drainages
Habitat
rocky pools and runs
Diet
algae, small aquatic insects
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