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The Forget's Andean pupfish (Orestias forgeti) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinodontidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
Forget's Andean pupfish is a pupfish from the Lake Titicaca basin in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. The species grows to about 12 cm and has an elongate body lacking pelvic fins, typical of the Andean pupfishes. It lives in cold, clear highland water with vegetation and feeds on small zooplankton, insect larvae and invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans; through introduced fish and fishing the Titicaca species are under pressure.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Forget's Andean pupfish?
The Forget's Andean pupfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Small Andean highland carp without pelvic fins
Where does the Forget's Andean pupfish live?
The Forget's Andean pupfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Lake Titicaca basin
How big does the Forget's Andean pupfish get?
The Forget's Andean pupfish grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Forget's Andean pupfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Forget's Andean pupfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Forget's Andean pupfish edible?
The Forget's Andean pupfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Orestias
More from the family Cyprinodontidae
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