Garra Ornata

📖 Overview

Garra Ornata (Garra ornata), first described by Nichols & Griscom, 1917 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 7.20 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 and a species of conservation concern. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.

🔬 Taxonomy

🐟 Physical Description

Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8. Diagnosis: dorsal profile distinctly arched; rostral lobe well developed and edge very weakly denticulate . Suctorial disc development intermediate, with free posterior edge; post-pelvic region scaled, predorsal region partially scaled; belly and chest naked; predorsal length 45.5-52.2% SL; body depth 15.8-22.3% SL; head length 22.7-28.8% SL; . Scale formula: 4.5/35-38/-; 3.5; 14-16 or 34-37 scales in lateral line and 12-14 circumpeduncular scales . D: III ,7; A: III, 5; P: IV, 11; V: II, 6 or D: III,7; A: II,5; P: I, 14; V: 8 . : elongated.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Garra Ornata is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

🥚 Reproduction

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 22°C - 26°C

🌿 Ecology

📐 Morphometrics

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

🌐 Names & Taxonomy

🦠 Common Diseases

The following diseases are known to affect Garra Ornata.

🐠 Related Species

🔍 Similar Species

🗺️ Global Occurrence Map

Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 51 records indexed .

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