The Jussieu's pupfish (Orestias jussiei) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinodontidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The Jussieu's pupfish is a small pupfish (Cyprinodontidae) from cold highland waters of the Andes in the Lake Titicaca region in Bolivia and Peru. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a stocky, yellow-brown body without pelvic fins. As a bottom-oriented fish it lives in clear, cold lake and stream water at high altitude and eats small invertebrates, larvae and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Jussieu's pupfish?
The Jussieu's pupfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly yellow-gold.
Where does the Jussieu's pupfish live?
The Jussieu's pupfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Jussieu's pupfish get?
The Jussieu's pupfish grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Jussieu's pupfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Jussieu's pupfish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Orestias
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