Thessaly Bleak
NameThessaly Bleak
Scientific NameAlburnus thessalicus
Common NamesThessaly Bleak, Greek Bleak
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginGreece, Thessaly region, Pinios River basin
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)59-75
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful temperate cyprinids, Small loaches, Gudgeons
Description
The Thessaly Bleak is a slender, silvery freshwater fish endemic to the Pinios River basin in the Thessaly region of Greece. It is a schooling species that thrives in clear, well-oxygenated waters, feeding on small invertebrates and plant matter. This temperate fish requires stable water parameters and a suitable environment to mimic its natural riverine habitat.
