A bottom-grazing minnow that scrapes algae from rocks in clean streams. Common in fast-flowing rivers statewide. Frequently used as live bait for Smallmouth Bass.
No stocking records are on file for Central Stoneroller.
This is common for several reasons: this species may reproduce naturally and not require stocking (e.g. Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike), it may be managed under a different program not tracked here, or records may predate our database. For the most current data, check the Michigan DNR Stocking Database directly.