Culter alburnus

The topmouth culter (Culter alburnus) is a species of culter that lives in East Asia. It is the type species of the genus Culter.

 Description 
The topmouth culter has a sharp head. Not much is known about its description, though.

 Distribution and habitat 

 Distribution 
This culter occurs in Buir Lake and the Onon and Kherlen Rivers.

 Its habitat 
Culter alburnus lives in rivers that have lots of aquatic plants.

 Human relationships 

 Usage as food 
The topmouth culter is highly regarded for its yummy and unique flavor. They are also one of the most valuable freshwater fish species in China.

 References 

Category:IUCN Red List least concern species
Category:Freshwater fish
Category:Xenocyprididae
Category:Taxa described in 1855

 Other websites 

 https://www.gbif.org/species/172898913
 https://www.youtube.com/shorts/O-8_9u5j_vY