The Sabre scraper (Cyprinion acinaces) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The sabre scraper is a cyprinid (Cyprinidae) from fresh water of the Arabian Peninsula and adjacent Southwest Asia. The species grows to about 20 cm and has an elongate, silver-grey body with an inferior mouth bearing a horny edge with which it scrapes growth from stones. As a bottom-oriented fish it lives in clear mountain streams and wadi pools and eats algae, plant material and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sabre scraper?
The Sabre scraper has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Sabre scraper live?
The Sabre scraper lives in fresh water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Sabre scraper get?
The Sabre scraper grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Sabre scraper dangerous to humans?
No, the Sabre scraper is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Cyprinion
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