Fishing for Barred minnow

Opsaridium zambezense

The barred minnow is a small freshwater fish found in the rivers of southern Africa. It typically measures 3 to 5 inches in length and weighs up to 0.2 pounds. With a slender, silver body marked by dark vertical bars, it primarily feeds on insects and small aquatic invertebrates. The barred minnow is known for its agile swimming and schooling behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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