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Notropis lutrensis

Red Shiner, Rainbow Darter, Minnow
Temperature
18–25°C
pH
5–6
dGH
6–8 ppm
Size
8 cm
Tank
100 L
Red Shiners are adaptable, robust fish often used for stream rehabilitation projects because of their resilience. They can disrupt local ecosystems if introduced outside their native range, as they may compete with indigenous species for food and habitat.

Water parameters

Hardness
6–8 ppm
Temperature
18–25°C
pH
5–6

Tank & size

Fish size
8 cm
Tank length
60 cm
Tank volume
100 L

Distribution

North America