The Spotted sardinha (Cyphocharax notatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Curimatidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The spotted sardinha is a small characin relative from fresh water of northern South America, including the Amazon and Orinoco basins. The species grows to about 15 cm and has a streamlined, silvery body with toothless jaws and often a dark blotch on the tail base. As a bottom-feeder it schools in rivers and floodplains and feeds on detritus, algae and microscopic benthic life. It is a local bait and forage fish. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Spotted sardinha?
The Spotted sardinha has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Spotted sardinha live?
The Spotted sardinha lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Spotted sardinha get?
The Spotted sardinha grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Spotted sardinha dangerous to humans?
No, the Spotted sardinha is harmless to humans.
Is the Spotted sardinha edible?
The Spotted sardinha is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Cyphocharax
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