South Indian flying barb
📖 Overview
South Indian flying barb (Esomus barbatus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12 cm. With a trophic level of 2.7, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for South Indian flying barb is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for South Indian flying barb is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esomus maderaspatenis | Jerdon | 1849 | Synonym |
| Esomus maderaspatensis | Day | 1867 | Synonym |
| Leuciscus barbatus | Jerdon | 1849 | Synonym |
| Nuria maderaspatenis | Jerdon | 1849 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect South Indian flying barb.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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