Golden Shiner Stocking in Montana
5 Montana waters are on record as stocked with Golden Shiner, per Montana fish & wildlife agency (1933–1985) — about 30,988 fish in total. Ranked by stocking activity, each with a full dated history. Golden Shiner is typically stocked in fall, most often in October.
When Golden Shiner is stocked in Montana
Yellowstone River
16 species · 1781 records
Last stocked October 2010
Tongue River
13 species · 247 records
Last stocked April 2020
Reser Reservoir
10 species · 63 records
Last stocked October 2025
Silvertip Reservoir
10 species · 49 records
Last stocked September 2025
South Casady - BR 019
7 species · 15 records
Last stocked May 1990
Frequently asked
Where is Golden Shiner stocked in Montana?
Golden Shiner is stocked in 5 Montana waters — all source-cited to Montana fish & wildlife agency.
When is Golden Shiner stocked in Montana?
Golden Shiner is typically stocked in fall, most often in October in Montana.
How many Golden Shiner are stocked in Montana?
About 30,988 Golden Shiner have been stocked across Montana since 1933, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size Golden Shiner are stocked?
Stocked Golden Shiner in Montana average about 3.3 inches, based on agency-reported sizes.
Other species in Montana
5 Golden Shiner waters · Montana state stocking data.