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Slim minnow

Pimephales tenellus

Not Evaluated Freshwater
Max Length
7.0 cm
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 7.0 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Freshwater
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Taxonomy

Order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows)
Family Leuciscidae
Species Pimephales tenellus

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Slim minnow get?
Slim minnow can grow up to 7.0 cm long.
What family does Slim minnow belong to?
Slim minnow (Pimephales tenellus) belongs to the family Leuciscidae in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).

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