Frio Roundnose Minnow
NameFrio Roundnose Minnow
Scientific NameDionda diaboli
Common NamesFrio Roundnose Minnow, Devil's River Minnow
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginNorth America, Texas, USA
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther native Texas minnows, Darters, Small, peaceful sunfish, Other peaceful community fish tolerant of hard, alkaline water
Description
The Frio Roundnose Minnow is a small, slender freshwater fish native to the Frio, Nueces, and Devil's River systems in Texas. It has a silvery body, often with a faint lateral stripe, and a distinctive rounded snout. This peaceful omnivore thrives in clear, cool, spring-fed waters and is best kept in schools.
