Spottail Shiner
🔬 Notropis hudsonius
One of the most abundant shiners in the Great Lakes. Recognized by a black spot at the base of the tail. A key forage fish and popular live bait.
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Where to Catch Spottail Shiner in Michigan
Spottail Shiner Habitat & Behavior
DNR records show Spottail Shiner present in 1255 Michigan water bodies. Highest stocking activity on record is in Iron and Dickinson counties.
Michigan DNR Spottail Shiner Stocking Records
Spottail Shiner Stocking Events by Lake
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