Rhodeus ocellatus (Rhodeus ocellatus)

The Rhodeus Ocellatus fish, also known as oxel stains catfish, is a small freshwater fish belonging to the Cyprinidae family. It generally measures between 5 and 7 centimeters in length, although some specimens can reach up to 10 centimeters.

The oxel stains catfish is characterized by its dark brown dress dotted with irregular white spots, giving the impression of eyes or stars. It has a caudal fin fin, as well as a pair of dorsal fins and a pair of pelvic fins.

The oxel stains catfish lives in the calm and shallow waters of rivers, lakes and ponds, where it feeds mainly on small invertebrates such as insects and crustaceans. It is generally lonely and prefers to hide in herbaria and vegetable areas to protect yourself from predators.

The oxel stains catfish is a low reproductive species, with a period of Frai that begins in April and ends in July. Females generally lay between 100 and 300 eggs, which are fertilized by males and will incubate for about 10 days before hatching. The frys are very small and depend on the protection of plants to hide from predators.

The oceased stains catfish is a protected species in Europe, where it is threatened by water pollution and the destruction of its natural habitat. Despite these threats, it is widespread in many regions of Europe and can be found in countries such as France, Spain, Italy and Romania.