Tennessee shiner
📖 Overview
Tennessee shiner (Notropis leuciodus), first described by Cope, 1868 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 8.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Tennessee shiner is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tennessee shiner is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate; 37°N - 35°N North America: Green, Cumberland and Tennessee River drainages in Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama, USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Tennessee Shiner |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photogenis leuciodus | Cope | 1868 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Tennessee shiner.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 125 records indexed .
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