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The Hemispinus barb (Acrossocheilus hemispinus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Southeastern China; clear, flowing rivers and streams of Fujian, Zhejiang and Guangxi.
Description
The hemispinus barb is a cyprinid from mainland south-eastern China (Fujian, Zhejiang, Guangxi). The species grows to about 20 cm and has a streamlined, silvery body with a few dark crossbars and barbels. It inhabits clear, flowing rivers and brooks with a rocky bottom. As a bottom searcher it scrapes and picks algae, growth, small invertebrates and detritus from stones and the bottom. It is an active schooling fish of flowing water. The hemispinus barb is a local food fish and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Hemispinus barb?
The Hemispinus barb has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Dark vertical bars and barbels; active bottom-schooling fish of clear, flowing waters.
Where does the Hemispinus barb live?
The Hemispinus barb lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Southeastern China; clear, flowing rivers and streams of Fujian, Zhejiang and Guangxi.
How big does the Hemispinus barb get?
The Hemispinus barb grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Hemispinus barb dangerous to humans?
No, the Hemispinus barb is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Hemispinus barb edible?
Yes, the Hemispinus barb is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Acrossocheilus
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