Big-head schizothoracin
📖 Overview
Big-head schizothoracin (Aspiorhynchus laticeps), first described by Day, 1877 is a very large fish. Adults typically reach 126.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It feeds primarily on plankton, plant material, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Critically Endangered.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Snout depressed; barbels 1 pair; scales minute or buried in skin on abdomen.: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Big-head schizothoracin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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