Chinese bleak
📖 Overview
Chinese bleak (Aphyocypris chinensis), first described by Günther, 1868 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 6.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Chinese bleak is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Chinese bleak is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Chinese Bleak · Chinese Bleak Minnow |
| 🌍CES | Dánio Čínské |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | Hinamoroko · ヒナモロコ |
| 🇰🇷Korean | 왜몰개 |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Верховка китайская · китайская верховка |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 中华细鲫 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aphyocyprioides typus | Tang | 1942 | Synonym |
| Aphyocypris agilis | Nichols | 1925 | Synonym |
| Aphyocypris chinensis chinensis | Günther | 1868 | Synonym |
| Aphyocypris chinensis shantung | Nichols | 1930 | Synonym |
| Caraspius agilis | Nichols | 1925 | Synonym |
| Fusania ensarca | Jordan & Starks | 1905 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Chinese bleak.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 16 records indexed .
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