Black-backed hampala
📖 Overview
Black-backed hampala (Hampala siamensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 22.6 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; Vertebrae: 28. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following set of characters: lateral line scales 26-27; in adults: bar 1 saddle or inverted triangle shape, 5½-6 scales wide by 2½-3 scales deep, barely visible in preserved specimen; a faint horizontal stripe along lateral side of body, 1½-2 scales wide, displayed in life only when stressed; upper and lower edges of caudal fin with a gray to black marginal band; all fins pale orange in life; head pointed, wedge-shaped, large (length 32.3-35.0 % SL) .: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Black-backed hampala is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Black-backed hampala.
🔍 Similar Species
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