Fin's Fish Guide
The Kneria (Parakneria abbreviata) is a freshwater fish of the family Kneriidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The kneria is a small cyprinid-relative (Kneriidae) from southwestern Africa. The species is small and has an elongate, streamlined body with an inferior, sucking mouth. It inhabits fast-flowing, clear mountain streams with a rocky bottom, where it attaches to stones with its mouth to stay in place in the current. On and among the stones it rasps algae, diatoms and growth. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Kneria?
The Kneria has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Inferior sucker mouth for clinging to stones in rapids; algae rasper.
Where does the Kneria live?
The Kneria lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Southwestern Africa; fast-flowing clear mountain streams.
How big does the Kneria get?
The Kneria grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Kneria dangerous to humans?
No, the Kneria is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Kneria edible?
The Kneria is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Parakneria
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