Fishing for Ohrid minnow

Pelasgus minutus

The Ohrid minnow is a small freshwater fish native to Lake Ohrid. It typically measures around 2-3 inches in length and weighs less than 0.1 pounds. This species has a slender body with silvery scales. It primarily feeds on plankton and small invertebrates. The Ohrid minnow is known for its schooling behavior and preference for clear, oxygen-rich waters. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Data deficient

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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FAQ about Ohrid minnow fishing

🎣 What bait works best for Ohrid minnow?

Ohrid minnow go for chatterbaits and spinners — but the best choice shifts with water conditions, season, and local pressure.

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📍 Where do Ohrid minnow live?

The Ohrid minnow (Pelasgus minutus) holds in schools near vegetated springs and wetland margins around Lake Ohrid, favoring clear, oxygen-rich shallows where it feeds opportunistically on plankton and small invertebrates.

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