Cobitis Kurui
📖 Overview
Cobitis Kurui (Cobitis kurui) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cobitidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal spines: 2 - 3; Anal soft rays: 5. Lesser size of black spot at caudal base which is brownish and a reduced in size of lateral spots (fourth Gambetta's pigmentary zone). Mouth arched with three pairs of very short barbels. Males with developed lamina circularis.: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cobitis Kurui is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Cobitis Kurui is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Cobitis Kurui is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobitis vardarensis kurui | Erk'akan, Atalay-Ekmekçi & Nalbant | 1998 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 5 records indexed .
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