Garra Ignestii
📖 Overview
Garra Ignestii (Garra ignestii), first described by Gianferrari, 1925 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 10.30 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 - 12; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 9. Diagnosis: Garra ignestii is distinguished from African congeners by the following combination of features: extremely well-developed, large papillate disc; scaled predorsal and postpelvic regions; chest and belly asquamate; vent located close to anal fin; and intestine long . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Garra Ignestii is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical known from Ethiopia (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | gara etiopská |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discognathus ignestii | Gianferrari | 1925 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Garra Ignestii.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 39 records indexed .
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