Shortjaw Cisco Fishing Guide
Other SpeciesDocumented in 1 graded lakes across 1 state
Shortjaw Cisco is a rough-fish species — typically common in productive, nutrient-rich lakes, sometimes treated as a management nuisance by anglers targeting game-fish. 1 lakes carry documentation. Shortjaw Cisco is narrowly distributed — only 1 lakes in Michigan have a documented record. The constraint is usually habitat: cold water, specific depth profile, or river connection.
Rough-fish-dominant lakes are worth checking the grade on: a rough-fish-heavy fishery often reflects an underlying nutrient-loading problem in the watershed. Cross-reference the Shortjaw Cisco lake list below against the LakeGrade rubric: lakes with both an A or B grade and Shortjaw Cisco documented are the best places to start for recreational targeting.
Water Quality of Shortjaw Cisco Lakes
Best Shortjaw Cisco Lakes by Water Quality
Top 50 lakes with shortjaw cisco ranked by overall water quality grade.
| Rank | Lake | County | State | Grade | Depth | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Whittlesey | Keweenaw | MI | B | - | 8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lakes have shortjaw cisco?
Shortjaw Cisco are found in 1 graded lakes: 1 in Michigan. The average water quality grade of lakes with shortjaw cisco is B (Good).
What are the best lakes for shortjaw cisco?
The best shortjaw cisco lakes by water quality are Lake Whittlesey. These lakes have the highest water quality grades among all lakes where shortjaw cisco have been documented by state DNR surveys.
What other fish are found with shortjaw cisco?
Shortjaw Cisco are most commonly found alongside blacknose shiner, northern pike, shortjaw cisco, spottail shiner, trout-perch. These species share similar habitat preferences in the region's lakes.
Other Fish Species in Shortjaw Cisco Lakes
Found together in 1 lake · 91 total
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Fish species from state agency survey, stocking, and public fishing-access records; water-quality grades from the EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys. Species profiles are general reference; always check current state regulations before fishing.