Highland shiner
Notropis micropteryx
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Family
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
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Taxonomy
| Order | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| Family | Leuciscidae |
| Species | Notropis micropteryx |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does Highland shiner belong to?
Highland shiner (Notropis micropteryx) belongs to the family Leuciscidae in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).
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