Common shiner
Luxilus cornutus
Where at Shedd?
At Home on the Great Lakes
| Diet | Terrestrial insects, algae and aquatic invertebrates |
|---|---|
| Size | Length: Up to 9.5 inches (24 cm); common length 3.25 inches (8.3 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | North America |
| Habitat | Streams, creeks and small to medium rivers in the Great Lakes and Mississippi River basins |
Did you know?
- While not endangered at a national level, the striped shiner is considered endangered regionally by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.