Mongolian redfin
📖 Overview
Mongolian redfin (Chanodichthys mongolicus), first described by Basilewsky, 1855 is a very large fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 100.00 cm in maximum length and up to 4.000 kg. Reported lifespan reaches approximately 10 years. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 20 - 21. Lateral line in the middle of the body, straight. Greenish gray in the back and silver white in the stomach. Anal, pectoral, and pelvic fins are orange colored .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Mongolian redfin is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Spawns in June; Eggs are pelagic.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: ? - 7.0; dH range: ? - 20. Subtropical; 10°C - 20°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Mongolian redfin.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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