The Vigna's crystal loach (Paracobitis vignai) is a freshwater fish of the family Nemacheilidae that grows up to 14 cm.
Description
Vigna's crystal loach is a stone loach (Nemacheilidae) from streams and springs of the interior of the Middle East around Iran in West Asia. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a slender, elongate, yellow-brown body with fine marbling and barbels around the mouth. As a bottom-dweller it lives among gravel and stones and snaps at insect larvae and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Vigna's crystal loach?
The Vigna's crystal loach has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern.
Where does the Vigna's crystal loach live?
The Vigna's crystal loach lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Vigna's crystal loach get?
The Vigna's crystal loach grows to a maximum of about 14 cm.
Is the Vigna's crystal loach dangerous to humans?
No, the Vigna's crystal loach is harmless to humans.
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