Fish Identification

Striped Shiner (Luxilus chrysocephalus)

Caught a fish but need help identifying the species? The Indiana Division of Fish & Wildlife can help. Just email a photo to fishid@dnr.IN.gov.

Please include in your email:

• Name of the waterbody where your fish was caught
• Location of catch (closest bridge, address, or other landmark)
• Date of catch
• Your name and phone number
• The following statement: I allow the Indiana Division of Fish & Wildlife to use my photo for educational or promotional purposes.

What we're looking for in fish ID photos:

• A picture of the entire fish with something in the picture to reference size (e.g., ruler, coin, hand)
• Close ups of any unique features of the fish