The Brown leporinus (Leporinus brunneus) is a freshwater fish of the family Anostomidae that grows up to 26 cm.
Description
The Brown leporinus is a headstander characin (Anostomidae) from fresh water of the Amazon basin in South America. The species grows to about 25 cm and has an elongate, silvery to yellow-brown body with a brownish body with dark blotches and a small mouth with prominent incisor teeth. Characteristically it often holds itself at an angle, head down, among water plants and wood and eats algae, water plants, fruit and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brown leporinus?
The Brown leporinus has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Brown leporinus live?
The Brown leporinus lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Brown leporinus get?
The Brown leporinus grows to a maximum of about 26 cm.
Is the Brown leporinus dangerous to humans?
No, the Brown leporinus is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Leporinus
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