Glass cats are relatively long-lived tropical fish and can live for more than 5 years if they are well cared for. After understanding the lifespan of the glass cat, let's take a look at other information about the glass cat!

The glass cat is 10-12 cm long and looks like a willow leaf. The head and snout are pointed, and there are 2 long tentacles on the mouth, which often stretch forward or rotate freely to detect water currents, enemy conditions, obstacles and assist in foraging. The glass cat has a very short chest and abdomen, and the head, chest and abdomen only account for 1/4 of the total length. The caudal peduncle is very short, and the caudal fin is forked. The dorsal fin is degenerated, the base of the rump and anal fins are very long, and the front and rear fin rays are of equal width. The whole body of the glass cat is transparent, and the spine, spines, fin rays and internal organs are clearly visible. The color of the glass cat is as pale as jade, like a high-end jade carving handicraft.