Fin's Fish Guide
The Teta (Hypostomus robinii) is a freshwater fish of the family Loricariidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
The teta sucker is a suckermouth catfish from fresh water of northern South America. The species grows to about 16 cm and has an elongate body with bony plates and a fleshy sucker mouth on the underside. As a bottom-dweller it clings to stones and wood in rivers and grazes algae, aufwuchs and detritus. With a modified gut it can breathe air. The fish is harmless to humans and appears in the aquarium hobby. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Teta?
The Teta has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Bony armour plates and a sucker mouth; algae-grazing armoured catfish
Where does the Teta live?
The Teta lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Northern South America
How big does the Teta get?
The Teta grows to a maximum of about 16 cm.
Is the Teta dangerous to humans?
No, the Teta 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.
Is the Teta edible?
The Teta is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Hypostomus
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