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The Menderes brook minnow (Pseudophoxinus maeandricus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The Maeander minnow is a small minnow (Leuciscidae) endemic to West Asia. The species is small and slender with a silvery body. It inhabits clear streams, springs and lakes of a limited basin in Anatolia. As an omnivore it feeds on small invertebrates, insect larvae, algae and detritus. Through water abstraction, pollution and introduced species the species is critically endangered. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Menderes brook minnow?
The Menderes brook minnow has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Critically endangered, endemic to the Maeander basin in Anatolia.
Where does the Menderes brook minnow live?
The Menderes brook minnow lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Western Asia; clear streams, springs and lakes in Anatolia.
How big does the Menderes brook minnow get?
The Menderes brook minnow grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Menderes brook minnow dangerous to humans?
No, the Menderes brook minnow is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Menderes brook minnow edible?
The Menderes brook minnow is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Pseudophoxinus
More from the family Cyprinidae
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