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The Bluntsnout gudgeon (Abbottina obtusirostris) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The bluntsnout gudgeon is a small cyprinid (Cyprinidae) from slow-flowing and still fresh water of East Asia. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a stocky, silver-brown body with a blunt snout, an inferior mouth and a pair of short barbels. As a bottom-dweller it searches over sand and mud of rivers and lakes for insect larvae, worms and plant matter. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bluntsnout gudgeon?
The Bluntsnout gudgeon has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Bluntsnout gudgeon live?
The Bluntsnout gudgeon lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: China
How big does the Bluntsnout gudgeon get?
The Bluntsnout gudgeon grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Bluntsnout gudgeon dangerous to humans?
No, the Bluntsnout gudgeon 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 Abbottina
More from the family Cyprinidae
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