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The Nonindigenous Occurrences section of the NAS species profiles has a new structure. The section is now dynamically updated from the NAS database to ensure that it contains the most current and accurate information. Occurrences are summarized in Table 1, alphabetically by state, with years of earliest and most recent observations, and the tally and names of drainages where the species was observed. The table contains hyperlinks to collections tables of specimens based on the states, years, and drainages selected. References to specimens that were not obtained through sighting reports and personal communications are found through the hyperlink in the Table 1 caption or through the individual specimens linked in the collections tables.

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Common name: White Shiner

Taxonomy: available through www.itis.gov

Identification: Gilbert (1964); Page and Burr (1991); Jenkins and Burkhead (1994); commonly used name is Notropis albeolus.

Size: 13 cm.

Native Range: Atlantic Slope from Chowan River system, Virginia, to the Cape Fear River drainage, North Carolina; upper New River drainage (Ohio River basin), West Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina (Page and Burr 1991; but see Lee et al. 1980 et seq.).

Alaska	Hawaii	Puerto Rico & Virgin Islands	Guam Saipan

Native range data for this species provided in part by NatureServe

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Means of Introduction: Unknown; probable bait bucket release.

Status: Established in North Carolina.

Impact of Introduction: The impacts of this species are currently unknown, as no studies have been done to determine how it has affected ecosystems in the invaded range. The absence of data does not equate to lack of effects. It does, however, mean that research is required to evaluate effects before conclusions can be made.

Remarks: The species is widely distributed in the upper New River drainage (Ohio River basin), including sites in North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia (Lee et al. 1980 et seq.). Jenkins and Burkhead (1994) considered the White Shiner to be native to the New drainage in Virginia. Starnes and R. E. Jenkins (personal communications) believe the same should be true in North Carolina. These researchers have concluded that the species distribution may be better explained as being locally restricted. The native range given by Page and Burr (1991) is in agreement with the conclusions of these investigators. In contrast, Gilbert (personal communication) contends that L. albeolus was introduced into the New system very early, prior to the days when any scientific collections were made (also see Lee et al. 1980 et seq.). Menhinick (1991) listed this species as considered native in the New drainage, but possibly introduced.

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Author: Nico, L.

Peer Review Date: 6/30/2000

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