Garra Theunensis
📖 Overview
Garra Theunensis (Garra theunensis), first described by Kottelat, 1998 is a medium-sized fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 30.00 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): 13; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 8. Plain dark brown body and fins, sometimes with 6-8 narrow stripes; triangular snout from dorsal view with only small tubercles and no transverse groove; lateral line scales 45-47+2-3; caudal peduncle 1.8-2.2 times longer than deep; 8+1/2 branched dorsal-fin rays . Upper lip and disc with oval outline; no barbels .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Garra Theunensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Garra Theunensis.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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