Shipping fish by carrier is very risky business. The more fish per bag the greater the chance of some dead ones on arrival. Shiners are not hardy fish. Often results are similar to yours. Shipping is always best during cold air temps. The smaller the fish the easier they ship with success. You would be much further ahead driving to some fish farm to get your fish.

Last edited by Bill Cody; 03/15/23 09:13 AM.

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