The Eightband false barb (Eirmotus octozona) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 4 cm.
Description
The eightband false barb is a small cyprinid (Cyprinidae) from clear, soft fresh water of Sundaland in Southeast Asia. The species grows to about 4 cm and has a stocky, semi-translucent, silvery body with narrow dark crossbars. As a schooling fish it swims in quiet forest streams and blackwater among water plants and snaps at small zooplankton and larvae. The fish is harmless to humans and is popular in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Eightband false barb?
The Eightband false barb has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Eightband false barb live?
The Eightband false barb lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Eightband false barb get?
The Eightband false barb grows to a maximum of about 4 cm.
Is the Eightband false barb dangerous to humans?
No, the Eightband false barb is harmless to humans.
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