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The Weyns's minnow (Leptocypris weynsii) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
Leptocypris weynsii is a small, slender minnow (Cyprinidae) from the Congo basin in Central Africa. The species has a streamlined, silvery body and reaches about 10 cm. It lives in schools in the open water column of rivers and streams and feeds on small insects, invertebrates and plankton. Because of its small size and inconspicuous colour the species is rarely noticed and has no fishery value. Little detailed information is available on the precise ecology and reproduction of this species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Weyns's minnow?
The Weyns's minnow has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Small, slender silvery cyprinid that lives in shoals in the open water column.
Where does the Weyns's minnow live?
The Weyns's minnow lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Freshwater of the Congo basin in Central Africa.
How big does the Weyns's minnow get?
The Weyns's minnow grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Weyns's minnow dangerous to humans?
No, the Weyns's minnow is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Weyns's minnow edible?
The Weyns's minnow is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Leptocypris
More from the family Cyprinidae
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