Species FishEuropean Minnow

European Minnow

Phoxinus phoxinus

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Illustration of European Minnow (Phoxinus phoxinus)

The European Minnow is a small, slender fish with a pointed snout and a silvery body. It is often found in schools and is a key species in freshwater ecosystems.

Habitat
Inhabits rivers, streams, and ponds.
Diet
Feeds on insects, algae, and detritus.
How common
Common

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