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The Golden-tailed rivulus (Anablepsoides urophthalmus) is a freshwater fish of the family Rivulidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The golden-tailed rivulus is a small killifish from fresh water of northern South America, including Guyana and the Amazon region. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a slender body; males are handsomely coloured with red spots and a golden tail, while females have a conspicuous dark eyespot near the tail base. It lives in small forest pools and streams and can make short jumps over moist ground. It feeds on small invertebrates and insect larvae. The fish appears in the aquarium hobby. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Golden-tailed rivulus?
The Golden-tailed rivulus has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly red-orange and shows a spots pattern. Golden tail (male) and a tail eyespot (female); forest-pool killifish
Where does the Golden-tailed rivulus live?
The Golden-tailed rivulus lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Northern South America
How big does the Golden-tailed rivulus get?
The Golden-tailed rivulus grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Golden-tailed rivulus dangerous to humans?
No, the Golden-tailed rivulus 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 Golden-tailed rivulus edible?
The Golden-tailed rivulus is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Anablepsoides
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