Fin's Fish Guide
The Blue glass barb (Parachela cyanea) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The Blue glass barb is a cyprinid relative (Xenocyprididae) from fresh water of Sundaland in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 15 cm and has a slender, strongly laterally compressed, bright-silvery body with a keeled belly and a superior mouth. As a fast, schooling surface fish it swims in rivers and floodplains and snaps at insects falling on the water, larvae and small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blue glass barb?
The Blue glass barb has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Blue glass barb live?
The Blue glass barb lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. Asia: Indonesia
How big does the Blue glass barb get?
The Blue glass barb grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Blue glass barb dangerous to humans?
No, the Blue glass barb is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Parachela
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