The Kawabata minnow (Hemigrammocypris rasborella) is a fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The Kawabata minnow is a small minnow (Cyprinidae) from East Asia. The species is very small and slender with a silvery body and a fine dark lengthwise stripe. It inhabits quiet, shallow waters such as rice-field ditches, ponds and slow-flowing vegetated streams. It lives in schools and feeds on small zooplankton, insect larvae and algae. Through habitat loss it has declined locally. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Kawabata minnow?
The Kawabata minnow is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Kawabata minnow live?
The Kawabata minnow is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Kawabata minnow get?
The Kawabata minnow grows to a maximum of about 4 cm. On average the species is around 3 cm.
Is the Kawabata minnow dangerous to humans?
No, the Kawabata minnow is harmless to humans.
Is the Kawabata minnow edible?
The Kawabata minnow is not usually eaten.
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