Chanodichthys Oxycephalus
📖 Overview
Chanodichthys Oxycephalus (Chanodichthys oxycephalus), first described by Bleeker, 1871 is a large fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 60.00 cm in maximum length. 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.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 Chanodichthys Oxycephalus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Chanodichthys Oxycephalus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; diadromous. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | kulter čínský · kulter ostrohlavý |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 尖头原鲌 · 拟尖头红鲌 |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Chanodichthys Oxycephalus.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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