Dace - Leuciscus leuciscus

Description

A small, slim-bodied fish (usually less than 8 ounces in weight), with small head and mouth. Silver flanks, white under body, dark back. Fins grey, occasionally dirty yellow. 

Identification difficulty
Habitat

Freshwater rivers and streams.

When to see it

All year round.

Life History

Lifespan 6 to 12 years.  This species tends to shoal in large numbers.

UK Status

Widespread in most of England except the far south west, but less common in Scotland and western Wales.

VC55 Status

Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.

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Species profile

Common names
Dace
Species group:
Fish
Kingdom:
Animalia
Order:
Cypriniformes
Family:
Cyprinidae
Records on NatureSpot:
2
First record:
28/01/2018 (Gaten, Ted)
Last record:
15/06/2023 (Jones, Julian)

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