Balcan spined loach

Sabanejewia balcanica

Nine Centimeters Loach from European Waters

Temperate
Regional distribution
Europe
Elongated
Small
Temperate fish

Balcan spined loach is known around Europe as a freshwater fish; It occurs in freshwater habitats, and the species reaches a recorded maximum of 9 cm.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Minnows, Carps, and Loaches
Family: Cobitidae
Genus: Sabanejewia
Maximum length: 9 cm
Body shape: elongated
Distribution: Europe: Black Sea basin, in Danube drainage; Aegean Sea basin, in Maritza and from Galikos to Pinios drainages.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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