The Tellia toothcarp (Aphanius apodus) is a fish of the family Cyprinodontidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The Tellia toothcarp is a small egg-laying killifish from fresh and brackish water of the Maghreb region of northwest Africa. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a stocky body; males are dark with pale crossbars, females greyish and spotted. It lives in springs, brooks and oasis waters and eats algae, small invertebrate life and detritus. Its restricted range and water use make it vulnerable. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Tellia toothcarp?
The Tellia toothcarp is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Tellia toothcarp live?
The Tellia toothcarp is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Tellia toothcarp get?
The Tellia toothcarp grows to a maximum of about 5 cm. On average the species is around 3 cm.
Is the Tellia toothcarp dangerous to humans?
No, the Tellia toothcarp is harmless to humans.
Is the Tellia toothcarp edible?
The Tellia toothcarp is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Aphanius
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