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citharinid

fish
Also known as: Citharinidae
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  • knifefish
    ostariophysan
    / Annotated classification

    Family Citharinidae (citharinids) Deep-bodied, scales often denticulate (toothed), small mouth and teeth. Herbivorous. Aquarium and food fishes. Size to 0.9 metre (about 3 feet). 3 genera, 8 species. Order Gymnotiformes Body elongated; anal fin very long; electric organs present. 5 families, 30 genera and about 134 species.…

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    Family Citharinidae (citharinids) Deep-bodied, scales often denticulate (toothed), small mouth and teeth. Herbivorous. Aquarium and food fishes. Size to 0.9 metre (about 3 feet). 3 genera, 8 species. Order Gymnotiformes Body elongated; anal fin very long; electric organs present. 5 families, 30 genera and about 134 species.…

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