The Balik's bleak (Alburnus baliki) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Balik's bleak is a cyprinid (Cyprinidae) from fresh water of Turkey in the Middle East. The species grows to about 13 cm and has a slender, laterally compressed, silvery body with large scales. As a social schooling fish it swims in rivers, streams and lakes and eats algae, insect larvae, small invertebrates and plant matter. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Balik's bleak?
The Balik's bleak has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Balik's bleak live?
The Balik's bleak lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Balik's bleak get?
The Balik's bleak grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Balik's bleak dangerous to humans?
No, the Balik's bleak is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Alburnus
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