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The Neolebias spilotaenia is a freshwater fish of the family Distichodontidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
Neolebias spilotaenia is a minute African characin from fresh water of the Congo basin in Central Africa. The species reaches only about 3 cm and has a stocky body with a dark longitudinal stripe and blotch. It swims in small groups in clear, weedy forest streams and feeds on small zooplankton and insect larvae. The fish is harmless to humans and occasionally appears in the aquarium hobby. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Neolebias spilotaenia?
The Neolebias spilotaenia has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Dark longitudinal stripe and blotch; small forest-stream dwarf characin
Where does the Neolebias spilotaenia live?
The Neolebias spilotaenia lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. Congo basin
How big does the Neolebias spilotaenia get?
The Neolebias spilotaenia grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Neolebias spilotaenia dangerous to humans?
No, the Neolebias spilotaenia is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Neolebias spilotaenia edible?
The Neolebias spilotaenia is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Neolebias
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