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The Clouded climbing perch (Ctenopoma nebulosum) is a freshwater fish of the family Anabantidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Southeastern Nigeria (West Africa); densely vegetated, slow-flowing waters.
Description
The clouded climbing perch is an African labyrinth fish (Anabantidae) from the fresh waters of southeastern Nigeria (West Africa). The species has an elongate, brownish body with a faint, cloudy pattern. Like other climbing perches it has an accessory breathing organ with which it can gulp air, so it tolerates oxygen-poor, densely vegetated waters. As an ambush hunter it takes insects, small crustaceans and small fishes. Owing to a limited range it is considered endangered. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Clouded climbing perch?
The Clouded climbing perch has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Air-breathing labyrinth organ for oxygen-poor water; ambush predator, threatened by its limited range.
Where does the Clouded climbing perch live?
The Clouded climbing perch lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Southeastern Nigeria (West Africa); densely vegetated, slow-flowing waters.
How big does the Clouded climbing perch get?
The Clouded climbing perch grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Clouded climbing perch dangerous to humans?
No, the Clouded climbing perch is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Clouded climbing perch edible?
The Clouded climbing perch is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Ctenopoma
More from the family Anabantidae
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