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The Ukliva dace (Telestes ukliva) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 25 cm.
The species is endemic to the river Cetina in Croatia, in clear, flowing karst water with a gravel and stone bottom.
Description
The ukliva dace is a slender cyprinid of the family Cyprinidae (Leuciscidae) reaching about 25 cm. The streamlined, silvery-grey body often bears a dark lengthwise stripe along the flank. The species is endemic to the Cetina River in Croatia, in clear, flowing karst water with gravel and stone bottoms. In schools it feeds on insect larvae, small crustaceans, algae and plant material. In spring it spawns in shallow, flowing water on gravel. The Balkans are a hotspot of endemic daces and cyprinids, with many species confined to a single drainage or even a single karst field, making them sensitive to water pollution, dams and water abstraction.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Ukliva dace?
The Ukliva dace has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Slender cyprinid with a dark longitudinal stripe along the silver flank; adapted to the clear, flowing karst rivers of the Balkans.
Where does the Ukliva dace live?
The Ukliva dace lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. The species is endemic to the river Cetina in Croatia, in clear, flowing karst water with a gravel and stone bottom.
How big does the Ukliva dace get?
The Ukliva dace grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Ukliva dace dangerous to humans?
No, the Ukliva dace is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Ukliva dace edible?
The Ukliva dace is rarely eaten.
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