Khanka spiny bitterling
📖 Overview
Khanka spiny bitterling (Acanthorhodeus chankaensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14.4 cm. With a trophic level of 2, it is a herbivore or detritivore. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 10. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Khanka spiny bitterling is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Khanka spiny bitterling is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Female has an ovipositor which is used to deposit eggs inside bivalves. Young remain in the bivalve until they can swim .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic; pH range: ? - 7.0; dH range: ? - 15. Temperate; 18°C - 22°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Khanka spiny bitterling is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Khanka spiny bitterling is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Khanka spiny bitterling has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 7 records indexed .
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