The Boehlke's curimata (Pseudocurimata boehlkei) is a freshwater fish of the family Curimatidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The Boehlke's curimata is a toothless characin (Curimatidae) from fresh water of northwestern South America. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a stocky, silvery body without teeth and a small mouth. As a social bottom-dweller it swims in schools through rivers, streams and floodplains and eats fine detritus, algae and biofilm from the bottom. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Boehlke's curimata?
The Boehlke's curimata has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Boehlke's curimata live?
The Boehlke's curimata lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Boehlke's curimata get?
The Boehlke's curimata grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Boehlke's curimata dangerous to humans?
No, the Boehlke's curimata is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Pseudocurimata
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