The Yarqon bream (Acanthobrama telavivensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The Yarqon bream is a small minnow (Leuciscidae) endemic to coastal rivers of the Levant, around Tel Aviv in Israel. The species grows to about 11 cm and has a deep, silvery, laterally compressed body. It lives in schools in slow rivers and pools and eats small invertebrates, algae and detritus. Through the drying of its rivers the species nearly went extinct in the wild; it survives thanks to captive-breeding and reintroduction programmes and is critically endangered. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yarqon bream?
The Yarqon bream has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Yarqon bream live?
The Yarqon bream lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Yarqon bream get?
The Yarqon bream grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Yarqon bream dangerous to humans?
No, the Yarqon bream is harmless to humans.
Is the Yarqon bream edible?
Yes, the Yarqon bream is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Acanthobrama
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