Common Bleak and Similar Species
Alburnus alburnus
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Danube Bleak
Alburnus chalcoides
Key differences: Generally larger, with a more robust body and a longer, more complete lateral line. The Danube Bleak often has a more yellowish tint to its fins and a less pronounced upturned mouth.
White Bream
Blicca bjoerkna
Key differences: Has a deeper, more compressed body, larger eyes, and reddish pectoral and pelvic fins. Its lateral line is complete and less curved. The mouth is subterminal.
Roach
Rutilus rutilus
Key differences: Typically has red eyes and reddish fins, especially the pelvic and anal fins. Its body is generally deeper and less slender than the bleak, and the mouth is terminal but not as distinctly upturned.
Minnow
Phoxinus phoxinus
Key differences: Much smaller, with a more rounded body cross-section and very small scales that are often embedded. It has a distinct dark lateral band and a smaller, more horizontal mouth.
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