Sunbleak
NameSunbleak
Scientific NameLeucaspius delineatus
Common NamesSunbleak, Belica, Motherless Minnow
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginEurope, Western Asia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-72
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow, Rosy Red Minnow, Other small temperate minnows
Description
The Sunbleak is a small, slender freshwater fish native to Europe and parts of Asia, characterized by its silvery body and often a yellowish lateral stripe. It is a schooling species that prefers clear, slow-moving waters with vegetation, feeding primarily on small invertebrates and zooplankton. This temperate fish is best kept in a species-specific tank or with other coldwater fish.
