Cyprinus Megalophthalmus
📖 Overview
Lives in the upper and middle layers of the lake along the shore and in winter it stays in deep places of water. Feeds on plankton, small fishes, shrimps and algae. Spawns in May and June mainly at the bottom sides of rocks in shallow clear water .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Body silver gray on sides, white on abdomen and fins light yellow; black in front of lip; scales above lateral line with crescent black spots. Barbels 1 or 2 pairs and rostral one less developed or degenerated.: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Cyprinus Megalophthalmus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Cyprinus Megalophthalmus is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Cyprinus Megalophthalmus is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
plankton, small fishes, shrimps and algae
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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