The Devils River minnow (Dionda diaboli) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Devils River minnow is a small minnow (Leuciscidae) from clear spring streams of the border region of Texas and northern Mexico. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, silvery body with a dark longitudinal stripe and a spot on the tail base. As a bottom-oriented fish it grazes algae and diatoms from stones in oxygen-rich spring water. Through habitat loss the species is vulnerable. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Devils River minnow?
The Devils River minnow has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Devils River minnow live?
The Devils River minnow lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Devils River minnow get?
The Devils River minnow grows to a maximum of about 6 cm. On average the species is around 4 cm.
Is the Devils River minnow dangerous to humans?
No, the Devils River minnow is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Dionda
More from the family Cyprinidae
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