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The Rhinogobio typus is a brackish-water fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 49 cm.
Description
Rhinogobio typus is a cyprinid bottom fish of the family Cyprinidae from East Asia, occurring in the large rivers of the Yangtze system in China. The species reaches about 49 cm and has a streamlined, elongate body with a pointed snout, an inferior mouth and a pair of short barbels. It is a bottom dweller of clear, flowing river water and searches with its barbels for bottom invertebrates such as insect larvae and worms. The species is caught locally in river fisheries and eaten. Through its bottom-bound habits it is little noticed.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Rhinogobio typus?
The Rhinogobio typus has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Elongate river gudgeon with a pointed snout and inferior mouth; bottom-dweller of large Chinese rivers.
Where does the Rhinogobio typus live?
The Rhinogobio typus lives in brackish water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. East Asia, in the Yangtze system in China.
How big does the Rhinogobio typus get?
The Rhinogobio typus grows to a maximum of about 49 cm. On average the species is around 25 cm.
Is the Rhinogobio typus dangerous to humans?
No, the Rhinogobio typus is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Rhinogobio typus edible?
Yes, the Rhinogobio typus is commonly eaten.
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