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Striped Shiner

🔬 Luxilus chrysocephalus

One of the larger shiner species in Michigan. Found in clear, gravel-bottomed streams. Breeding males develop bright colors. Used as bait for bass and walleye.

🌿 Striped Shiner Habitat & Behavior

DNR records show Striped Shiner present in 396 Michigan water bodies.

🌊 Where to Catch Striped Shiner in Michigan

Lake County Population
Albany Creek Chippewa Good
Ankadosh Creek Chippewa Good
Anna River Alger Good
Au Sable River Crawford Good
Au Sable River Crawford Good
Au Sable River Iosco Good
Au Sable River Oscoda Good
Au Sable River (East Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (East Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (North Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (North Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Roscommon Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Crawford Good
Au Train River Alger Good
Augusta Creek Kalamazoo Good
Bad River Saginaw Good
Baldwin River Lake Good
Barber Creek Allegan Good
Bark River Delta Good
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