The Beardless garra (Garra imberbis) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The beardless garra is a cyprinid from the Middle East, in drainages of the Arabian Peninsula. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a streamlined body and an inferior mouth with a sucker-like lower lip with which it clings to stones and scrapes off algae. Unlike many related garras it lacks barbels. It lives in clear, flowing streams and mountain waters. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Beardless garra?
The Beardless garra has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Beardless garra live?
The Beardless garra lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Beardless garra get?
The Beardless garra grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Beardless garra dangerous to humans?
No, the Beardless garra is harmless to humans.
Is the Beardless garra edible?
The Beardless garra is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Garra
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