Acheilognathus Barbatulus
📖 Overview
In subfamily Acheilognathinae (Genera Acheilognathus and Rhodeus ), female possesses an ovipositor which is used for depositing eggs inside the bivalves. Juveniles hatch and stay in the bivalve until they can swim .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 13; Anal soft rays: 8 - 11. Small maxillary barbels; body depth 2.5-2.7 times in SL .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Acheilognathus Barbatulus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 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; benthopelagic. Subtropical; 8°C - 20°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Acheilognathus Barbatulus.
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