The Walker's elephantfish (Stomatorhinus walkeri) is a freshwater fish of the family Mormyridae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
Walker's elephantfish is a small African weakly electric fish of the family Mormyridae from West and Central Africa. The species has a stocky, dark body with a short, blunt head. Like all elephantfishes it generates a weak electric field with an organ in the tail base to navigate in turbid water, locate prey and communicate with conspecifics. It inhabits rivers and streams, where it searches the bottom with its sensitive snout for insect larvae and small invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Walker's elephantfish?
The Walker's elephantfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Walker's elephantfish live?
The Walker's elephantfish lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Walker's elephantfish get?
The Walker's elephantfish grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Walker's elephantfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Walker's elephantfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Walker's elephantfish edible?
The Walker's elephantfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Stomatorhinus
More from the family Mormyridae
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