Striped bitterling
📖 Overview
Striped bitterling (Acheilognathus cyanostigma) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 6 cm. With a trophic level of 2.4, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Striped bitterling is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Striped bitterling is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Striped 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; benthopelagic. Temperate
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Striped Bitterling |
| 🌍CES | hořavka modroskvrnná |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Ichimonji Tanago · Ichimonjitanago · イチモンジタナゴ |
| 🇰🇷Korean | 일본줄납자루 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acheilognathus brevianalis | Fowler | 1910 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 11 records indexed .
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