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The Squalidus japonicus is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 14 cm.
Description
Squalidus japonicus is a small cyprinid bottom fish of the family Cyprinidae from East Asia, occurring in Japan and Korea. The species reaches about 14 cm and has a slender, silvery body with an inferior mouth and a pair of short barbels. It inhabits lowland lakes, pools on flood plains and slow-flowing irrigation canals, on mud or sand-mud bottoms. The diet consists of bottom invertebrates. Owing to its small size the species has no market value, but it is a common inhabitant of East Asian lowland waters.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Squalidus japonicus?
The Squalidus japonicus has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Small gudgeon of lowland waters; bottom-dweller on mud and sand.
Where does the Squalidus japonicus live?
The Squalidus japonicus lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. East Asia, in Japan and Korea.
How big does the Squalidus japonicus get?
The Squalidus japonicus grows to a maximum of about 14 cm. On average the species is around 9 cm.
Is the Squalidus japonicus dangerous to humans?
No, the Squalidus japonicus is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Squalidus japonicus edible?
The Squalidus japonicus is not usually eaten.
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