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Beautiful shiner

Beautiful shiner

Cyprinella formosa

Family
Cyprinidae
Max Length
9 cm
Max Weight
0.1 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater

Overview

The beautiful shiner is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish in the family Leuciscidae, the shiners, daces and minnows. It is found in Mexico and Arizona and New Mexico in the United States. It is one of 22 species of Cyprinella found in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big do Beautiful shiner get?+

Beautiful shiner (Cyprinella formosa) can reach up to 9 cm in length and 0.1 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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