Peloponnesian barbel
(Barbus peloponnesius)

Classification

Species: Barbus peloponnesius

General data

Scientific names: Peloponnesian barbel
Habitat: Freshwater
Climate: Subtropical
Native: Europe
Distribution: Arachthos

Occurs in lakes and in water bodies on low-lying plains, with little current. Found in lower and upper parts of streams with stone bottom and current. Feeds on aquatic invertebrates. Threatened by water abstraction.

Attains a maximum size of about 19 cm SL

Endemic to the western Greece from Kalamas to Pamissos drainages.

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