The Tawi atair garra (Garra dunsirei) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The Tawi atair garra is a small cyprinid (Cyprinidae) endemic to a single freshwater spring, Tawi Atair, in the mountains of Oman on the Arabian Peninsula. The species grows to about 7 cm and has an elongate body with a sucker-like underslung mouth with which it rasps growth from stones. Due to its very restricted range the species is vulnerable. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Tawi atair garra?
The Tawi atair garra has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Tawi atair garra live?
The Tawi atair garra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Tawi atair garra get?
The Tawi atair garra grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Tawi atair garra dangerous to humans?
No, the Tawi atair garra is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Garra
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