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Redstripe flannelmouth characin
The Redstripe flannelmouth characin (Prochilodus rubrotaeniatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Prochilodontidae that grows up to 32 cm.
Description
The redstripe flannelmouth characin is a characiform (Prochilodontidae) from northern South America. The species has a deep, silvery body with reddish tints in the fins and a conspicuous, fleshy, protrusible sucker mouth with fine teeth. It lives in schools in rivers and floodplains and migrates upstream en masse to spawn in the rainy season. As a detritivore it grazes organic bottom silt, diatoms and algae from the bottom. It is an important food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Redstripe flannelmouth characin?
The Redstripe flannelmouth characin has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Fleshy, protrusible sucker mouth; migrates upstream to spawn in the rainy season; detritus eater.
Where does the Redstripe flannelmouth characin live?
The Redstripe flannelmouth characin lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Northern South America; rivers and floodplains.
How big does the Redstripe flannelmouth characin get?
The Redstripe flannelmouth characin grows to a maximum of about 32 cm.
Is the Redstripe flannelmouth characin dangerous to humans?
No, the Redstripe flannelmouth characin is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Redstripe flannelmouth characin edible?
Yes, the Redstripe flannelmouth characin is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Prochilodus
More from the family Prochilodontidae
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