Garra Blanfordii
📖 Overview
Garra Blanfordii (Garra blanfordii), first described by Boulenger, 1901 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 9.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 9. Diagnosis: Garra blanfordii is unique among African Garra in a uniformly either cream or pale yellow-brown coloration and with the absence of distinct markings on head, body or fins . It is further distinguished from African congeners by the following combination of features: well developed disc; either smooth, or only very weakly incised ventral margin to rostral cap; fully scaled predorsal region; asquamate chest, belly and postpelvic region; and relatively large gas bladder . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Garra Blanfordii 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discognathus blanfordii | Boulenger | 1901 | Synonym |
| Discognathus blanfordii cimmaruta | Gianferrari | 1936 | Synonym |
| Discognathus giarrabensis | Gianferrari | 1932 | Synonym |
| Discognathus vinciguerrae | Boulenger | 1901 | Synonym |
| Garra giarrabensis | Gianferrari | 1932 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Garra Blanfordii.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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