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Alburnus alburnus

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Alburnus alburnus, commonly known as the Bleak, is a small, slender, and silvery freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae. It is a highly active, schooling species often found near the surface of the water. Its distinctive silvery scales are often used in the production of 'essence d'orient', a pearlescent pigment.

Füüsilised omadused

Keha kuju
elongated
Värvus
Dorsal side is dark greenish-blue to olive, flanks are brilliant silvery, and the belly is white. Fins are translucent, sometimes with a yellowish tinge at the base.
Soomuse tüüp
cycloid
Suu asend
superior
Eristuvad tunnused
Highly compressed body, Large, easily detachable scales, Lateral line complete and strongly decurved anteriorly, Small, upturned mouth
Seljauim
Short, with 2-3 unbranched and 7-9 branched rays, originating behind the pelvic fin base.
Sabauim
Deeply forked, with pointed lobes.
Rinnauim
Relatively long, reaching or nearly reaching the pelvic fin base.
Eristuvad uimed
All fins are generally translucent, lacking prominent markings.

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Body Shape and Coloration

Look for a slender, highly compressed body with brilliant silvery flanks and a darker back. The scales are large and easily shed.

Mouth Position

The mouth is small and distinctly upturned, indicating its surface-feeding habits.

Lateral Line

Observe the lateral line, which is complete and noticeably curves downwards towards the belly in the anterior section.

Fin Placement

Note that the dorsal fin originates behind the base of the pelvic fins.

Elupaik

Vee tüüp
freshwater
Sügavus
Typically found in surface to mid-water layers, rarely deeper than 5 meters.
Keskkond
Prefers slow-moving or still waters of rivers, lakes, canals, and reservoirs. Thrives in clear, well-oxygenated waters with some vegetation. Tolerant of a wide range of substrates.
Geograafiline levik
Widespread across Europe, from the British Isles (excluding Ireland and Scotland) and Scandinavia south to the Iberian Peninsula, and east to the Caspian Sea basin. Absent from Italy and Greece.

Akvaariumi teave

  • Hooldustase: intermediate
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Toitumine: omnivore
  • Minimaalne paagi suurus: 100 gallons (for a school)
  • Temperatuur: 10-22°C (50-72°F)
  • pH tase: 6.5-7.5
  • Karedus: 5-15 dGH
  • Ühilduvus: Best kept in a species-only tank or with other peaceful, similarly sized coldwater fish. Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping species.
  • Erinõuded: Requires a well-oxygenated tank with good filtration and plenty of swimming space. Prefers a planted tank with some open areas. Schooling fish, so keep in groups of 6 or more.

Looduslik teave

  • Kaitsestaatus: least concern
  • Hooajalisus: Spawns from April to June. Active year-round, though less active in colder months.
  • Turuhind: Low
  • Kaubanduslik tähtsus: low
  • Maitse: Mild, slightly earthy
  • Tekstuur: Soft, delicate, bony
  • Valmistamisviisid: Frying, Pickling, Smoking
  • Toiteväärtus: Good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, though typically consumed in smaller quantities due to size and boniness.

Põhifaktid

Essence d'Orientinteresting

The silvery scales of the Bleak were historically, and to some extent still are, used to produce 'essence d'orient' (pearl essence), a pigment used in artificial pearls, cosmetics, and paints.

Surface Feederbehavior

Bleak are primarily surface feeders, often seen darting to catch insects on the water's surface, which is reflected in their upturned mouth.

Schooling Behaviorbehavior

They are highly social fish, forming large, active schools, especially in open water, which provides protection against predators.

Indicator Speciesinteresting

Due to their sensitivity to water quality, Bleak can serve as an indicator species for environmental health in freshwater ecosystems.

Ohutuseteave

Ohutu
  • Ohutustase: safe
  • Mürgine: Ei
  • Söödavus: edible
  • Käsitsemisjuhised: No specific handling precautions are required. They are harmless to humans. Their scales are easily detached, so handle gently if intending to release.

Sarnased liigid

Common Roach

Rutilus rutilus

Roach have red eyes and typically redder fins, especially the pelvic and anal fins. Their body is generally deeper and less compressed than the Bleak. The mouth is terminal, not upturned.

Common Dace

Leuciscus leuciscus

Dace have a more rounded body in cross-section and a terminal mouth. Their scales are smaller and more firmly attached. Fins are typically greyish, not translucent silvery.

Chub

Squalius cephalus

Chub are much larger, more robust fish with a broader head and a larger, terminal mouth. Their scales are also larger and more firmly attached, and their fins are darker.

Teaduslik klassifikatsioon

Riik
Animalia
Hõimkond
Chordata
Klass
Actinopterygii
Selts
Cypriniformes
Sugukond
Cyprinidae
Perekond
Alburnus
Liik
Alburnus alburnus

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