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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Subtropical

Hemibarbus Macracanthus

Hemibarbus macracanthus Lu, Luo & Chen, 1977
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Max Length
30 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.3
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
42.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Hemibarbus Macracanthus (Hemibarbus macracanthus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobionidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 30 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.

Scientific Name
Hemibarbus macracanthus
Authority
Lu, Luo & Chen, 1977
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
30 cm
Trophic Level
3.3
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
42.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Hemibarbus Macracanthus is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Hemibarbus Macracanthus is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Hemibarbus Macracanthus is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Hemibarbus Macracanthus is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
3.3±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00813 × L3.13 (TL)
Max TL
30cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2011

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
42.00/100
Moderate vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.3
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Lu, Luo & Chen, 1977

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

"Hemibarbus Macracanthus is an edible species."

✗ Not for Raw
✓ Fresh Indicators
  • Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
  • Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
  • Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
  • Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
  • Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
✗ Avoid If
  • Cloudy or sunken eyes
  • Strong fishy or ammonia odour
  • Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
  • Discoloured or dry flesh
Best Cooking Methods
Baking Grilling Pan-frying

⚡ Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for Hemibarbus Macracanthus is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Hemibarbus Macracanthus has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact

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