Family: |
Leuciscidae (Minnows), subfamily: Leuciscinae |
Max. size: |
10 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
Distribution: |
Eurasia: Orontes River, the Litani and the central and northern part of the Jordan River drainage. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
In slow-moving or still water amidst stones and vegetation. Feeds on algae and aquatic invertebrates. Spawns between February and April (Ref. 13609). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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