Mooneye in Alberta (Hiodon Tergisus)
Mooneye Identification
- dorsal fin is near the front of the anal fin
- ranging from greens and blues to bright silver
- large-eyed
- fork-tailed
Mooneye Description
Mooneye are closely related to goldeye and are also a secure native species in Alberta. They tend to be scattered across the province in modest numbers and are rarely mentioned due to their close relation to goldeye.
Quick Facts About Mooneye
- Zones:
- Diet: insects, crustaceans, fish, frogs, invertebrates
- Habitat: slow-moving rivers, lakes, ponds
- Breeding: spring
- Alberta Record: 1lb 2.5oz
- Life Span: 13 years



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Brown Trout
Bull Trout
Cutthroat Trout
Golden Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout
Arctic Grayling
Burbot
Goldeye
Lake Whitefish
Lake Sturgeon
Mountain Whitefish
Northern Pike
Walleye
Sauger
Yellow Perch