The Striped Shiner is a small, slender fish with distinctive horizontal stripes. It is often found in schools and is known for its lively behavior.
Habitat
Prefers clear streams and rivers with gravel bottoms.
Diet
Omnivorous, feeding on insects and plant matter.
How common
Common
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