Range and Identity
The inventory retains Notropis ozarcanus, while the retrieved account uses Paranotropis ozarcanus. Current range descriptions emphasize the White and Black systems of Missouri and Arkansas. Historical upper St. Francis records should retain their dates rather than imply continued presence at every old collection site.
Habitat and Behavior
Adults occupy rocky and sandy runs and flowing pools, often close to riffles, in clear small to medium rivers. These neighboring channel features can support different local currents. A habitat record should identify the actual position of the fish rather than describe only the nearest visible riffle.
Size and Life-History Records
The compiled maximum is 7.5 centimeters total length. The available summary does not establish a maximum weight or detailed migration behavior. A former range record is not evidence of a recent migration, and a genus change does not justify transferring measurements from another shiner.
Field Note
Retain collection dates for historical sites and preserve the name connection. Both are important when comparing older records with a modern distribution account.
All Lakes With Ozark Shiner
Browse all lakes and reservoirs with confirmed Ozark Shiner records in our database, listed alphabetically.
No published lakes are currently linked to this species in our confirmed records.