The Rhomboid curimata (Psectrogaster rhomboides) is a freshwater fish of the family Curimatidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The rhomboid curimata is a characin (Curimatidae) from fresh water of the Amazon and Orinoco basins in South America. The species grows to about 18 cm and has a deep, diamond-shaped, silvery, strongly compressed body and a toothless mouth. As a bottom-oriented schooling fish it sifts detritus, algae and bottom mud over sand and mud bottoms and so plays a role in breaking down organic material. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Rhomboid curimata?
The Rhomboid curimata has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Rhomboid curimata live?
The Rhomboid curimata lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Rhomboid curimata get?
The Rhomboid curimata grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Rhomboid curimata dangerous to humans?
No, the Rhomboid curimata is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Psectrogaster
More from the family Curimatidae
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