Acheilognathus Gracilis
📖 Overview
Acheilognathus Gracilis (Acheilognathus gracilis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.8 cm. With a trophic level of 2.3, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Acheilognathus Gracilis is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Acheilognathus Gracilis 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
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | hořavka drobná |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | チョウセントゲタナゴ |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acanthorhodeus fowleri | Holcík & Nalbant | 1964 | Synonym |
| Acheilognathus gracilis gracilis | Nichols | 1926 | Synonym |
| Acheilognathus gracilis luchowensis | Wu | 1931 | Synonym |
| Acheilognathus luchowensis | Wu | 1931 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Acheilognathus Gracilis.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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