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The Lung's rivulus (Anablepsoides lungi) is a brackish-water fish of the family Rivulidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Northern South America, in sunny flooded savannahs and coastal swamps of French Guiana.
Description
Anablepsoides lungi is a small killifish (family Rivulidae) of northern South America. The species reaches about 7 cm and has a slender body; the males are more colourful than the females. It lives in sunlit, flooded savannas and coastal swamps of French Guiana and is often found in shallow water, where it co-occurs with other killifish. Unlike many relatives it is not a seasonal killifish. Its diet consists of small invertebrates and insect larvae. The species is harmless to humans, is not eaten and is occasionally found in the aquarium hobby.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Lung's rivulus?
The Lung's rivulus has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Small killifish of sunlit swamps; not a seasonal species; males more colourful than females.
Where does the Lung's rivulus live?
The Lung's rivulus lives in brackish water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Northern South America, in sunny flooded savannahs and coastal swamps of French Guiana.
How big does the Lung's rivulus get?
The Lung's rivulus grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Lung's rivulus dangerous to humans?
No, the Lung's rivulus is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Lung's rivulus edible?
The Lung's rivulus is not usually eaten.
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