Many accounts are incomplete although new information is being added continuously.
Errors do occur. Users are cautioned to refer back to the original cited source to assess completeness and correctness before using the information. Web updates are intermittent, not continuous, therefore some dynamic information such as legal status may not be absolutely current. Dewatering of aquatic habitats by water development and groundwater pumping is one cause of concern for the status of beautiful shiner populations. Another cause of concern is competition with and predation by introduced species, especially nonnative fish and bullfrogs.