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The Sakhalin dace (Tribolodon sachalinensis) is a fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 43 cm.
Description
The Sakhalin dace is a cyprinid (Leuciscidae) from East Asia, around Sakhalin, the Kuriles and northern Japan. The species grows to about 43 cm and has a streamlined, silvery body; in the breeding season the fish develop orange-red stripes. Some populations are migratory and salt-tolerant: they grow up partly at sea and run up the rivers to spawn. As an omnivore it eats insects, small invertebrates, algae and detritus. It is a local food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sakhalin dace?
The Sakhalin dace is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Sakhalin dace live?
The Sakhalin dace is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Sakhalin dace get?
The Sakhalin dace grows to a maximum of about 43 cm. On average the species is around 26 cm.
Is the Sakhalin dace dangerous to humans?
No, the Sakhalin dace is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Tribolodon
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