👉 Atractaspis is a genus of freshwater fish that belongs to the family Arquipodyliidae and are commonly known as carp or carp. They are native to tropical regions worldwide, but their habitat is often found in rivers and lakes where they live in large numbers. As for their characteristics, Atractaspis are small, medium-sized fish with a smooth body and a distinctive white outer shell that covers the back of the head. Their diet consists primarily of aquatic plants and small animals,