The Bluntnosed sawtooth pellonuline (Potamothrissa obtusirostris) is a freshwater fish of the family Clupeidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The blunt-jawed sprat is a small freshwater herring of the family Clupeidae from the Congo basin in Central Africa. The species grows to only about 6 cm and has a slender, silvery body with a blunt snout, typical of herrings. It lives in rivers and brooks, probably not in lakes, and forms schools in open water. As a plankton feeder it feeds on zooplankton and small invertebrates. As an abundant prey fish it is an important link in the food web of the rivers. Owing to its small size the species has little direct fishery value and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bluntnosed sawtooth pellonuline?
The Bluntnosed sawtooth pellonuline has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Bluntnosed sawtooth pellonuline live?
The Bluntnosed sawtooth pellonuline lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Bluntnosed sawtooth pellonuline get?
The Bluntnosed sawtooth pellonuline grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Bluntnosed sawtooth pellonuline dangerous to humans?
No, the Bluntnosed sawtooth pellonuline is harmless to humans.
Is the Bluntnosed sawtooth pellonuline edible?
The Bluntnosed sawtooth pellonuline is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Potamothrissa
More from the family Clupeidae
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