Enteromius Baudoni
📖 Overview
Enteromius Baudoni (Enteromius baudoni) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 3.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3, 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): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: Last simple dorsal-fin ray smooth on hind margin; scale formula 3.5/25-29/3.5; 2.5 scales between lateral line and pelvic-fin base; 12 scales around caudal peduncle; 8 branched dorsal fin rays; two pairs of short barbels; anterior barbel not reaching anterior margin of eye; posterior barbel not extending beyond centre of eye; lateral line complete and slightly depressed below dorsal fin; maximum reported size 33 mm SL; sides with 3 small spots connected by a more or less dark band . : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Enteromius Baudoni is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; potamodromous . Tropical; 24°C - 26°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇩🇪German | Baudonibarbe |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbus baudoni | Boulenger | 1918 | Synonym |
| Barbus baudoni baudoni | Boulenger | 1918 | Synonym |
| Barbus baudoni ubangensis | Pellegrin | 1920 | Synonym |
| Barbus baudoni ubanguensis | Pellegrin | 1920 | Synonym |
| Barbus svenssoni | Johnels | 1954 | Synonym |
| Barbus voltae | Hopson | 1965 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Enteromius Baudoni.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 10 records indexed .
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