The Danube barbel (Barbus balcanicus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The Danube barbel is a cyprinid (Cyprinidae) from fresh water of the Danube basin and adjacent rivers in the Balkans of southeastern Europe. The species grows to about 17 cm and has a yellow-brown, streamlined body. As a schooling fish it swims in flowing, gravelly rivers and streams and eats small invertebrates, insects, algae and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Danube barbel?
The Danube barbel has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Danube barbel live?
The Danube barbel lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Danube barbel get?
The Danube barbel grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Danube barbel dangerous to humans?
No, the Danube barbel is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Barbus
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