The Finescale tigerfish (Datnioides microlepis) is a freshwater fish of the family Datnioididae that grows up to 55 cm.
Description
The finescale tigerfish is a deep, laterally compressed freshwater fish from Southeast Asia, in the Chao Phraya, the Mekong, the Kapuas basin in Borneo and the Musi basin in Sumatra. The species grows to about 55 cm and has a yellow-brown body with broad, black vertical bars, a tiger-like pattern. It stays among submerged branches and in flooded forests and ambushes shrimp and fish. It is a prized aquarium fish, protected in Thailand. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Finescale tigerfish?
The Finescale tigerfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Finescale tigerfish live?
The Finescale tigerfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Finescale tigerfish get?
The Finescale tigerfish grows to a maximum of about 55 cm.
Is the Finescale tigerfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Finescale tigerfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Finescale tigerfish edible?
The Finescale tigerfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Datnioides
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