The Pugnose minnow (Opsopoeodus emiliae) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The pugnose minnow is a small cyprinid from the eastern and central United States. The species grows to about 6.5 cm and has a slender, silvery body with a conspicuously small, upward-slanting mouth (pugnose) and a dark lateral stripe. It inhabits clear to turbid, vegetated lakes, swamps, oxbows and slow-flowing streams. As a small omnivore it feeds on small zooplankton, insect larvae, algae and detritus. It is a peaceful schooling fish. Owing to its small size it is prey for larger fishes and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pugnose minnow?
The Pugnose minnow has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Pugnose minnow live?
The Pugnose minnow lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Pugnose minnow get?
The Pugnose minnow grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Pugnose minnow dangerous to humans?
No, the Pugnose minnow is harmless to humans.
Is the Pugnose minnow edible?
The Pugnose minnow is not usually eaten.
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