The Limpok glass catfish (Kryptopterus limpok) is a freshwater fish of the family Siluridae that grows up to 26 cm.
Description
The Limpok glass catfish is a glass catfish (Siluridae) from slow-flowing and still fresh water of Sundaland in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 20 cm and has a slender, strongly laterally compressed, partly translucent body with an almost absent dorsal fin, a long anal fin and long barbels. As a social fish it hovers at an angle in the middle and upper layer and snaps at insects, larvae and small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Limpok glass catfish?
The Limpok glass catfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Limpok glass catfish live?
The Limpok glass catfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Limpok glass catfish get?
The Limpok glass catfish grows to a maximum of about 26 cm.
Is the Limpok glass catfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Limpok glass catfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Limpok glass catfish edible?
Yes, the Limpok glass catfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Kryptopterus
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