Mooneye Hiodon tergisus

Identification
This fish has large eyes and shiny silver body.

Location
Uncommon statewide

Size
8 to 16 inches

Diet
It eats insects and small fish.

Habitat
It occurs in large rivers and lakes.

Activity Period
Year round

Behavior
It feeds near the surface. It is active year round.

Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in spring.

Population
The population is stable but scattered.

History
It has long been present in Ohio.

Human Interactions
It rarely interacts with humans.

Facts
It is related to the goldeye.

Sources
ODNR NatureServe

Insects small fish | Large rivers lakes | Statewide