👉 Hylodesmus is a genus of herbivorous fish in the family Cyprinidae, found in the western Pacific Ocean and the Indian Ocean. They are known for their large size, often reaching up to 3 meters long, with a thick body that is covered in scales or bladders. Hylodesmus's diet consists primarily of small fish, crustaceans, and other aquatic animals such as mussels, snails, and insects.