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Phoxinus phoxinus

European Minnow, Common Minnow, Eurasian Minnow
Temperature
10–22°C
pH
5–6
dGH
6–25 ppm
Size
14 cm
Tank
80 L
Phoxinus phoxinus, or the European Minnow, is often used in biological studies due to its sensitivity to changes in water quality. They are social schooling fish. Providing ample swimming space and environmental enrichment is essential for their well-being.

Water parameters

Hardness
6–25 ppm
Temperature
10–22°C
pH
5–6

Tank & size

Fish size
14 cm
Tank length
60 cm
Tank volume
80 L

Distribution

Europe