Balitora Lancangjiangensis
📖 Overview
Balitora Lancangjiangensis (Balitora lancangjiangensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Balitoridae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.1 cm. With a trophic level of 2.5, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Slender body (body width 1.0-4.0 times wider than deep at dorsal-fin origin); one barbel at each corner of the mouth; belly scaled in front of anus ; 6-7 large black blotches along back .: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Balitora Lancangjiangensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Balitora Lancangjiangensis.
🔍 Similar Species
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