The Danube streber (Zingel streber) is a freshwater fish of the family Percidae that grows up to 22 cm.
Description
The streber is a slender, perch-like bottom fish of the family Percidae reaching about 22 cm. The spindle-shaped, brown-yellow body has a strikingly thin caudal peduncle and bears four to five dark, oblique cross-bars; the two dorsal fins are separate and the first is spiny. Like its larger relative the zingel, the streber is strongly adapted to fast-flowing water: it presses against the bottom with its pectoral fins to avoid being swept away. The species lives in the fresh water of the Danube drainage in central and eastern Europe, in fast-flowing rivers with gravel and stone bottoms. Mainly at night it hunts insect larvae, small bottom fish and crustaceans. In early spring it spawns on gravel. Because of its hidden lifestyle it is rarely seen.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Danube streber?
The Danube streber has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Danube streber live?
The Danube streber lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Danube streber get?
The Danube streber grows to a maximum of about 22 cm. On average the species is around 12 cm.
Is the Danube streber dangerous to humans?
No, the Danube streber is harmless to humans.
Is the Danube streber edible?
The Danube streber is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Zingel
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