Burmese river gizzard shad
📖 Overview
Burmese river gizzard shad (Gonialosa modesta) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 10 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 22 - 28. Belly with 16 to 19 (usually 17 or 18) + 10 to 12 (usually 11), total 27 to 30 (usually 29) scutes. Upper jaw expanded at tip, but distinctly turned down, second supra-maxilla small (about half length of pre-maxilla). Scales moderate or small; pre-dorsal scales paired and overlapping in midline. Gill rakers fine and numerous (90 to 180 on lower arch). A dark spot behind gill opening.: fusiform / normal; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Burmese river gizzard shad is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic; amphidromous . Tropical; 24°N - 14°N south to Tenasserim River, but presumably also in the Irrawaddy).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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