Did you know that blackstripe topminnows live in small groups?
Blackstripe Topminnows
at
a Glance
Key Features:
Blackstripe topminnows are small, light brown fish with a black stripe going down the middle of their sides.
Least Concern - Population Stable
Habitat:
Creeks, lakes, and rivers
nesting habits:
Blackstripe topminnows spawn and lay sticky eggs on plants in spring and summer.
seasons blackstripe topminnows are active in our area:
All year
Diet:
Algae, crustaceans, insects, and snails
hunting Behavior:
Blackstripe topminnows forage at the surface of water in the mornings and afternoons.
Commonly Confused With:
Blackspotted Topminnows and other small fish
Blackstripe topminnows are often confused with blackspotted topminnows because both are light brown fish with a black stripe going down the middle of their sides.
Blackstripe topminnows have wider stripes. Blackspotted topminnows have a spot under their eyes.