The Indian carplet (Amblypharyngodon microlepis) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 13 cm.
Description
The Indian carplet is a small cyprinid (Cyprinidae) from fresh water of South Asia, including Bangladesh and northeastern India. The species grows to about 13 cm and has a slender, silvery body with fine scales and often a glossy lengthwise band. As a schooling fish it lives in slow-flowing rivers, ponds and floodplains and eats phytoplankton, algae and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Indian carplet?
The Indian carplet has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Indian carplet live?
The Indian carplet lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Indian carplet get?
The Indian carplet grows to a maximum of about 13 cm.
Is the Indian carplet dangerous to humans?
No, the Indian carplet is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Amblypharyngodon
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