Range and Identity
Notropis stilbius is recorded from the Mobile Bay drainage in Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi and southeastern Tennessee. A separate Bear Creek record in the Tennessee system is also noted. One peripheral observation should remain distinct from an assumption of widespread occupancy throughout that neighboring drainage.
Habitat and Behavior
Adults inhabit small to large rivers, using runs and flowing pools over gravel or sand. They are often found near vegetation. The plants are a habitat association, not proof that vegetation itself is the species’ principal food.
Food and Life History
The reported maximum is nine centimeters total length. A detailed species-specific feeding list, independent maximum weight and regular migration route are not established in the checked summary. The account therefore emphasizes its documented river setting and the geographic distinction between core and peripheral records.
Field Note
Keep the drainage and nearby vegetation with the locality record. These details help make sense of observations without confusing Silverstripe Shiner with similarly named silver-striped minnows.
All Lakes With Silverstripe Shiner
Browse lakes and reservoirs with documented Silverstripe Shiner records, listed alphabetically. Records do not establish current abundance or public access. Check the evidence and managing authority for the water you choose.
No published lakes are currently linked to this species in our confirmed records.