The Anduze's pencilfish (Nannostomus anduzei) is a freshwater fish of the family Lebiasinidae that grows up to 2 cm.
Description
Anduze's pencilfish is one of the very smallest pencilfishes (Lebiasinidae), from blackwater streams of the upper Orinoco region in South America. The species stays about 1.6 cm long and has a very slender body with a dark longitudinal stripe and reddish tones. It swims in schools among water plants of quiet forest streams and eats very small zooplankton and larvae. The fish is harmless to humans and is prized in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Anduze's pencilfish?
The Anduze's pencilfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Anduze's pencilfish live?
The Anduze's pencilfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Anduze's pencilfish get?
The Anduze's pencilfish grows to a maximum of about 2 cm.
Is the Anduze's pencilfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Anduze's pencilfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Anduze's pencilfish edible?
Yes, the Anduze's pencilfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Nannostomus
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