| Acheilognathidae (Bitterlings) |
| 9.5 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Europe: Aegean Sea from Vardar south to Pinios drainages. |
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Differs from Rhodeus amarus in having terminal mouth (vs. sub-inferior) and rostral cap covering upper part of upper lip (vs. upper lip covered completely or more than half) (Ref. 59043). |
| Occurs in large to medium sized rivers and still waters such as ponds, lakes, canals, and backwaters (Ref. 59043). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 01 January 2008 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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