The Magdalena leporinus (Leporinus muyscorum) is a fish of the family Anostomidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The Magdalena leporinus is a headstander characin (Anostomidae) from fresh water of the Magdalena and Cauca basins in Colombia. The species grows to about 30 cm and has an elongate, silvery to yellow-brown body with dark crossbars or blotches and a small mouth with prominent incisor teeth. Characteristically it often holds itself at an angle, head down, among water plants and wood and eats algae, water plants, fruit and small invertebrates. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Magdalena leporinus?
The Magdalena leporinus is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Magdalena leporinus live?
The Magdalena leporinus is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Magdalena leporinus get?
The Magdalena leporinus grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the Magdalena leporinus dangerous to humans?
No, the Magdalena leporinus is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Leporinus
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