The Immaculate curimata (Curimatella immaculata) is a freshwater fish of the family Curimatidae that grows up to 19 cm.
Description
The Immaculate curimata is a toothless characin (Curimatidae) from fresh water of the Orinoco and Amazon basin in South America. The species grows to about 13 cm and has a stocky, silvery body without teeth and a small mouth. As a social bottom-dweller it swims in schools through rivers, streams and floodplains and eats fine detritus, algae and biofilm from the bottom. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Immaculate curimata?
The Immaculate curimata has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Immaculate curimata live?
The Immaculate curimata lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Immaculate curimata get?
The Immaculate curimata grows to a maximum of about 19 cm.
Is the Immaculate curimata dangerous to humans?
No, the Immaculate curimata is harmless to humans.
Download Fin's Fish Guide
Identify fish in seconds, log your catches and dives. Join the TestFlight beta.
All data
Identification
Appearance
Habitat & distribution
Behaviour & biology
For anglers
Safety
Status & sources
Same genus Curimatella
More from the family Curimatidae
Download Fin's Fish Guide
Identify fish in seconds, log your catches and dives. Join the TestFlight beta.