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The Wolterstorff's gudgeon (Squalidus wolterstorffi) is a brackish-water fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
Wolterstorff's gudgeon is a small cyprinid from fresh and brackish water of East Asia, in China and Taiwan. The species grows to about 16 cm and has a slender, silvery body with a fine dark lateral stripe and a pair of short barbels. As a near-bottom fish it schools in rivers, lakes and estuaries and searches for small invertebrates, algae and detritus. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Wolterstorff's gudgeon?
The Wolterstorff's gudgeon has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Fine lateral stripe and short barbels; little schooling bottom minnow
Where does the Wolterstorff's gudgeon live?
The Wolterstorff's gudgeon lives in brackish water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. East Asia
How big does the Wolterstorff's gudgeon get?
The Wolterstorff's gudgeon grows to a maximum of about 16 cm. On average the species is around 9 cm.
Is the Wolterstorff's gudgeon dangerous to humans?
No, the Wolterstorff's gudgeon 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 Wolterstorff's gudgeon edible?
The Wolterstorff's gudgeon is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Squalidus
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