Paitan
📖 Overview
Paitan (Barbodes manguaoensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14 cm. With a trophic level of 2.8, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 4; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8. Preserved color faded yellowish brown, darker dorsally. 9 scales between nape and dorsal; 2.5-3.5 scales between ventral origin and lateral line. Snout with distinct hump; dorsal base with highly scaly sheath.: short and / or deep; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Paitan is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical endemic to Lake Manguao, northern Palawan, Philippines.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | parmička manguanská |
| 🌍TGL | Paitan · Paitan sa laod |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Paitan.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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