Fin's Fish Guide
The Anodus elongatus is a freshwater fish of the family Hemiodontidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
Anodus elongatus is a slender characin from the Amazon and Orinoco basins of South America. The species grows to about 30 cm and has an elongate, silvery, laterally compressed body without teeth in the jaws. It schools in open water of large rivers and uses its fine gill rakers to filter small zooplankton and detritus from the water. During high water it migrates onto the floodplains. The fish is a local food fish. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Anodus elongatus?
The Anodus elongatus has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Toothless jaws and fine gill rakers; schooling plankton filterer
Where does the Anodus elongatus live?
The Anodus elongatus lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. Amazon and Orinoco basins
How big does the Anodus elongatus get?
The Anodus elongatus grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the Anodus elongatus dangerous to humans?
No, the Anodus elongatus 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 Anodus elongatus edible?
The Anodus elongatus is rarely eaten.
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