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AMERICAN FISHES . 
In Louisiana this species is called “ Bar-fish ” probably on account of 
its stripes. “The appellation,” says Hallock, “is equally appropriate as 
applied to its habit of congregating in great numbers upon the shoals of 
clear water branches and bayous which empty into the Mississippi. The 
minnows and shiners seem to seek the bars at night. In early morning 
the water is alive with Bar-fish and trout (black-bass) in pursuit of the 
minnows until it fairly boils. This is the time of day to go fishing.” 
