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The Sharptooth leporinus (Leporinus acutidens) is a freshwater fish of the family Anostomidae that grows up to 33 cm.
Description
Leporinus acutidens is a headstander (family Anostomidae) of South America. The species grows to about 33 cm and has an elongate, streamlined, golden body with a small mouth and fleshy lips, usually marked with dark spots or bands. It lives near the bottom in rivers and feeds as an omnivore on algae, plant matter and small invertebrates. Reproduction occurs in pairs in densely vegetated places; males mature after one year and females after two, with a spawning season from November to March. The species is harmless to humans and is eaten locally on a modest scale.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sharptooth leporinus?
The Sharptooth leporinus has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly yellow-gold and shows a spots pattern. Headstander that spawns in pairs at vegetated places; males become sexually mature after one year, females after two years.
Where does the Sharptooth leporinus live?
The Sharptooth leporinus lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. South America, in rivers of the Amazon and La Plata basins.
How big does the Sharptooth leporinus get?
The Sharptooth leporinus grows to a maximum of about 33 cm.
Is the Sharptooth leporinus dangerous to humans?
No, the Sharptooth leporinus is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Sharptooth leporinus edible?
The Sharptooth leporinus is rarely eaten.
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