The Uluguru shellear (Kneria uluguru) is a freshwater fish of the family Kneriidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The Uluguru shellear is a small freshwater fish (Kneriidae) from fast-flowing mountain streams of the Uluguru Mountains in Tanzania, East Africa. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, elongate, brownish body with an inferior mouth; males have a conspicuous disc-shaped organ on the gill cover. As a bottom-dweller it lives among stones of clear streams and rasps algae and biofilm. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Uluguru shellear?
The Uluguru shellear has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Uluguru shellear live?
The Uluguru shellear lives in fresh water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Uluguru shellear get?
The Uluguru shellear grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Uluguru shellear dangerous to humans?
No, the Uluguru shellear is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Kneria
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