Minnows are small, adaptable fish that can be found in different types of habitats and conditions. People breed them for different purposes such as baits and pets. A very popular member of the minnow family is the goldfish. Get to know more freshwater fish facts as you read on. Given below is the last of facts about minnow.

 

Minnow Description

Minnows belong to the family, Cyprinidae. These are small silvery fish that are less than 4 inches in length and live up to 3 or 4 years, although some larger minnows can live up to 10. Identification of minnow species is difficult because there are a lot of minnow variations and crossbreed characteristics.

 

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