Periyar Garra
📖 Overview
Periyar Garra (Garra surendranathanii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 14.7 cm. It occurs at depths between 483 and 483 metres. It is assessed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Periyar Garra is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Periyar Garra is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range 483 - 483 m . Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Periyar Garra |
| 🌍CES | gara Surendranathova |
| 🌍MAL | Kallemutti · Kallotti |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garra surendranathi | Shaji, Arun & Easa | 1996 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Periyar Garra.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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