Cyprinus Longipectoralis
📖 Overview
Inhabits lake . Length type refers to body length . Stays in the open water area of the lake. Feeds mainly on zoobenthos, insect larva and plants. Spawning period from March to April. Local people call it "Chun-Yu" (spring fish), as it spawns early .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Body gray or yellowish black, top of body black and white on abdomen; scales on upper sides of body with markedly black spots. Barbels 1 or 2 pairs and rostral one degenerated or less developed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cyprinus Longipectoralis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. High altitude endemic to Erhai Lake in Yunnan Province, China.
🌿 Ecology
zoobenthos, insect larva and plants
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Cyprinus Longipectoralis is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Cyprinus Longipectoralis is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Cyprinus Longipectoralis has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
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🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Cyprinus Longipectoralis.
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