Fathead Minnow (Pimephales promelas)

Also known as Blackhead Minnow, Rosy Red Minnow, Rosy Red, Rosy Red Tuffy

Description

Also known as Blackhead Minnow, Rosy Red Minnow, Rosy Red, Rosy Red Tuffy.

Found in schools, over muddy pools of creeks, headwaters, lakes, ponds and small rivers.
They feed on algae and detritus.
Length - 10cm
Depth - ?m
Widespread Central America, North America

Cyprinids are stomachless fish with toothless jaws. Ref: http://www.fishbase.org/summary/4785

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