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The Pesta's scraper (Capoeta pestai) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 22 cm.
Description
The Pesta's scraper is a scraper barb (Cyprinidae) from rivers, streams and lakes of Anatolia in Turkey. The species grows to about 20 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with large scales, barbels and an inferior mouth with a horny edge. As a social bottom-dweller it rasps algae and biofilm from stones and searches for small invertebrates and plant matter. It is locally a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pesta's scraper?
The Pesta's scraper has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Horny lower jaw for rasping algae off stones; critically endangered Anatolian endemic.
Where does the Pesta's scraper live?
The Pesta's scraper lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. Western Asia; endemic to a limited area in Anatolia.
How big does the Pesta's scraper get?
The Pesta's scraper grows to a maximum of about 22 cm.
Is the Pesta's scraper dangerous to humans?
No, the Pesta's scraper is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Pesta's scraper edible?
The Pesta's scraper is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Capoeta
More from the family Cyprinidae
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