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The Kanawha Minnow (Phenacobius teretulus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Eastern United States; gravel and rubble bottoms of the Kanawha river basin.
Description
The Kanawha minnow is a small North American cyprinid from the eastern United States. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a slender, silvery body with a rounded, forward-projecting snout and a small, inferior mouth. It inhabits riffles and runs with gravel and rubble bottoms of creeks and small to medium rivers. With its inferior mouth it searches among pebbles for insect larvae and other small invertebrates. The species has a restricted range in the Kanawha drainage. Owing to its small size it has no fishery value and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Kanawha Minnow?
The Kanawha Minnow has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Rounded, projecting snout with an inferior mouth; inhabitant of gravel rapids.
Where does the Kanawha Minnow live?
The Kanawha Minnow lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern United States; gravel and rubble bottoms of the Kanawha river basin.
How big does the Kanawha Minnow get?
The Kanawha Minnow grows to a maximum of about 10 cm. On average the species is around 7 cm.
Is the Kanawha Minnow dangerous to humans?
No, the Kanawha Minnow is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Kanawha Minnow edible?
The Kanawha Minnow is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Phenacobius
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