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The Bouillon's loach catfish (Leptoglanis bouilloni) is a freshwater fish of the family Amphiliidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The Bouillon's loach catfish is a slender mountain-stream catfish (Amphiliidae) from fast-flowing fresh water of the Congo basin in Central Africa. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, elongate, flattened body with barbels and broad pectoral fins, adapted to cling to stones in current. As a nocturnal bottom-dweller it lives among rocks and gravel of clear streams and snaps at insect larvae and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bouillon's loach catfish?
The Bouillon's loach catfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Flattened body adapted to fast-flowing water; lacks the strong spines of other catfishes.
Where does the Bouillon's loach catfish live?
The Bouillon's loach catfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Central Africa; fast-flowing streams and rivers of the Congo basin.
How big does the Bouillon's loach catfish get?
The Bouillon's loach catfish grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Bouillon's loach catfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bouillon's loach catfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bouillon's loach catfish edible?
The Bouillon's loach catfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Leptoglanis
More from the family Amphiliidae
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