Smallmouth fringe barb
📖 Overview
Smallmouth fringe barb (Crossocheilus microstoma) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 9.1 cm. With a trophic level of 2.5, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Crossocheilus microstoma is diagnosed from all its congeners by the following combination of characters: edge of upper lip with projections; lower lip square in shape, width approximately equal to length; maxillary barbels long, clearly exposed (approximately 1/2 to 2/3 of eye diameter); black midlateral stripe from tip of snout to caudal-fin base, ending in distinct black spot at caudal-fin base; mouth width 18.3-20.0% HL : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Smallmouth fringe barb is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical West Kalimantan, Borneo, Indonesia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Smallmouth fringe barb.
🔍 Similar Species
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