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The Swinhoe's sharpbelly (Toxabramis swinhonis) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
Swinhoe's sharpbelly is a cyprinid relative (Xenocyprididae) from slow-flowing and still fresh water of East Asia. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a slender, strongly laterally compressed, bright-silvery body with a sharply saw-edged, keeled belly and a slightly superior mouth. As a social schooling fish it swims in the upper layer of rivers and lakes and snaps at small zooplankton, insects and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Swinhoe's sharpbelly?
The Swinhoe's sharpbelly has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Swinhoe's sharpbelly live?
The Swinhoe's sharpbelly lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. Asia: China
How big does the Swinhoe's sharpbelly get?
The Swinhoe's sharpbelly grows to a maximum of about 12 cm. On average the species is around 10 cm.
Is the Swinhoe's sharpbelly dangerous to humans?
No, the Swinhoe's sharpbelly is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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