Where Does Redside Shiner Live?

Redside Shiner lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Redside Shiner

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderate depths, often near the surface or in the water column.

Environment

Inhabits a wide variety of freshwater environments including streams, rivers, lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. Prefers clear, cool to warm waters with moderate current and often associated with aquatic vegetation or submerged structures for cover. Can tolerate some turbidity.

Geographic range

Native to western North America, primarily west of the Continental Divide. Its range extends from British Columbia, Canada, south through Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and western Montana, into parts of Nevada, Utah, and California.

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