Leucaspius delineatus (Stymphale)

Fish has several reflections ranging from blue to shiny, but it is brown on the back.

Leucaspius delineatus is a freshwater fish belonging to the Cyprinidae family. It is a fish of European origin, but it has also been introduced into other parts of the world. It is often called wild catfish, due to its resemblance to domestic cats.

Leucaspius delineatus has an elongated and slender body, with a wide head and a mouth -shaped mouth. His skin is covered with scales, and it is generally gray or brown in color with dark spots on the back and sides. The fins are transparent or gray, with dark spots on the edges.

Leucaspius delineatus is a gregarious fish, that is to say it lives in a group. It needs a habitat with abundant vegetation and shallow water to hide and reproduce. It feeds mainly on small insects, molluscs and crustaceans.

Leucaspius delineatus is a very prolific fish, and can reproduce several times a year. The female lays up to 2000 eggs at a time, which is fertilized by the male. Eggs hatch in a few days, and fry can reach sexual maturity in just a few months.

Leucaspius delineatus is a very common fish in European rivers and lakes, but it is also present in other parts of the world, where it has been introduced. It is sometimes considered an invasive species, as it can disrupt aquatic ecosystems in competition with local species for food and habitats. Despite this, he is also appreciated by fishermen for his tasty flesh and his ease of biting the hook.