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The Freshwater bream (Parabramis pekinensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 55 cm.
Description
The white amur bream is a cyprinid (Xenocyprididae) from East Asia. The species has a deep, strongly laterally compressed, silvery body with a sharp keel along the belly. It inhabits rivers, lakes and reservoirs and stays in the middle and upper water layers. As a plant-eating fish it feeds mainly on higher aquatic plants. Its flesh is tasty but very bony; it is one of the most important commercial fishes of China. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Freshwater bream?
The Freshwater bream has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Deep body with a sharp ventral keel; herbivorous, important commercial fish of China.
Where does the Freshwater bream live?
The Freshwater bream lives in brackish water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. East Asia; rivers, lakes and reservoirs.
How big does the Freshwater bream get?
The Freshwater bream grows to a maximum of about 55 cm. On average the species is around 9 cm.
Is the Freshwater bream dangerous to humans?
No, the Freshwater bream is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Freshwater bream edible?
Yes, the Freshwater bream is commonly eaten.
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