Hampala Katibas
📖 Overview
Hampala Katibas (Hampala katibas) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 17.3 cm. With a trophic level of 3.7, it is a mid-level predator.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following set of characters: lateral line scales 25-26 (mode 25); two black bars on body, bar 1 2-5 scales wide more intense black in the middle, bar 2 1½-4 scales wide, all bars apparent even at juvenile stage; upper and lower edges of caudal fin with a black marginal band; and all fins orange in life .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hampala Katibas is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Hampala Katibas is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Hampala Katibas is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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