Chaetoderma penicilligera (Ornate-bound)

Chaetoderma Penicilligera fish is a freshwater fish from rivers and lakes from Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its dark brown color grayish on top, with a white strip along the side line, and a white to light gray belly. Its adult size is generally 8 to 10 centimeters long, although some specimens can reach up to 12 centimeters.

Chaetoderma Penicilligera fish has an elongated body and laterally compressed, with a thin head and a pointed muzzle. His mouth is located below his head and is fitted with small and acute teeth, which allows him to easily capture his prey. It also has two pairs of fins, with the anterior pair larger than the posterior pair.

Chaetoderma Penicilligera fish is a gregarious fish that tends to live in small groups in the shallow waters of rivers and lakes. It feeds mainly on small insects, crustaceans and molluscs, which it captures by swimming quickly and catching them with its sharp teeth. It is also known to be an excellent jumper, capable of jumping out of the water to catch flying prey.

Chaetoderma Penicillige fish is a common fish that is widely used in Southeast Asia waters. Although it is not threatened with extinction, it is considered vulnerable due to the destruction of its natural habitat and water pollution. It is also sometimes captured to be used as aquarium fish or to be eaten.