South-west European nase
(Parachondrostoma toxostoma)

General data

Scientific names: South-west European nase

Local names: Soffie

Habitat: Freshwater

Climates: Subtropical, Temperate

Native: Europe

Distribution: Garonne, Rhone

Description
Catches (2)

The South-west European nase (Parachondrostoma toxostoma) is a species of cyprinid fish that is found in France and Spain.

Max length : 30 cm TL

Max. published weight: 350 g

Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7-9; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 8 - 11; Vertebrae: 43 - 45. Caudal fin with 17 to 19 rays

Inhabits small rivers with clear water and pebble-gravel substrate. A long-lived species which occurs in water bodies on low plains. Feeds on invertebrates and plants. Reproduction takes place in May and June. Is threatened due to the introduction of other species.