The Stripefin eartheater (Gymnogeophagus rhabdotus) is a freshwater fish of the family Cichlidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
The Stripefin eartheater is an eartheater cichlid from fresh water of the La Plata basin in southern South America. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a deep, greyish body with glittering spots; adult males often develop a fatty hump on the forehead. As a bottom-dweller it takes mouthfuls of sand and sifts out small invertebrates, larvae and detritus. It is a mouthbrooder. The fish is harmless to humans and is known from the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Stripefin eartheater?
The Stripefin eartheater has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Stripefin eartheater live?
The Stripefin eartheater lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Stripefin eartheater get?
The Stripefin eartheater grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Stripefin eartheater dangerous to humans?
No, the Stripefin eartheater is harmless to humans.
Is the Stripefin eartheater edible?
Yes, the Stripefin eartheater is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Gymnogeophagus
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