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The Waterlot's garra (Garra waterloti) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
Waterlot's garra is a small cyprinid from fresh water of West Africa. The species grows to about 7 cm and has an elongate body with a flattened underside and a sucker-disc lower lip with which it clings to stones in fast-flowing water. With this disc it rasps algae and aufwuchs from rocks in streams and rivers. The fish is harmless to humans and has no commercial value. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Waterlot's garra?
The Waterlot's garra has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Sucker-disc-shaped lower lip; algae-rasping stream barb
Where does the Waterlot's garra live?
The Waterlot's garra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. West Africa
How big does the Waterlot's garra get?
The Waterlot's garra grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Waterlot's garra dangerous to humans?
No, the Waterlot's garra 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 Waterlot's garra edible?
The Waterlot's garra is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Garra
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