Emerald Shiner
🔬 Notropis atherinoides
One of the most important forage fish in the Great Lakes. Schooling in enormous numbers, emerald shiners are the primary food source for Walleye, Perch, and White Bass. The standard bait shop "river shiner."
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Where to Catch Emerald Shiner in Michigan
Emerald Shiner Habitat & Behavior
DNR records show Emerald Shiner present in 1256 Michigan water bodies. Highest stocking activity on record is in Ogemaw and Gogebic counties.
Michigan DNR Emerald Shiner Stocking Records
Emerald Shiner Stocking Events by Lake
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| Dec 13, 1984 | Lake George | Ogemaw | 7,128 | 2.5" |
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