The Bonylip barb (Osteochilus microcephalus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 24 cm.
Description
The Bonylip barb is a cyprinid (Cyprinidae) from fresh water of Sundaland in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 24 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with fringed lips and an underslung, scraping mouth. As a schooling, bottom-oriented fish it migrates through rivers and floodplains and rasps algae, growth and detritus from the bottom and wood. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bonylip barb?
The Bonylip barb has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Bonylip barb live?
The Bonylip barb lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Bonylip barb get?
The Bonylip barb grows to a maximum of about 24 cm.
Is the Bonylip barb dangerous to humans?
No, the Bonylip barb is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Osteochilus
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