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The Multibar citharine (Nannocharax multifasciatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Distichodontidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The manyband darter tetra is a small, elongate bottom fish of the family Distichodontidae from Africa. The species grows to only about 6 cm and has an elongate body with numerous dark crossbars, a pattern that provides camouflage among vegetation and bottom material. It prefers vegetated river margins, oxbow lagoons and shallow lakes, and picks small invertebrates and epiphyton from stems and roots with its downward-facing mouth. The species breeds in summer and makes seasonal movements onto floodplains in the rainy season. It is a peaceful bottom dweller and harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Multibar citharine?
The Multibar citharine has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Numerous dark vertical bars; makes seasonal migrations to floodplains in the rainy season.
Where does the Multibar citharine live?
The Multibar citharine lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. Africa; vegetated river banks, old meander lagoons and shallow lakes.
How big does the Multibar citharine get?
The Multibar citharine grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Multibar citharine dangerous to humans?
No, the Multibar citharine is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Multibar citharine edible?
The Multibar citharine is not usually eaten.
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