Hypsibarbus Vernayi
📖 Overview
Hypsibarbus Vernayi (Hypsibarbus vernayi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 30 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal soft rays: 5. Distinguishable by its 14 circumpeduncular scales; 5+1/2 scale rows between lateral line and dorsal fin origin; 1 scale row between anus and anal fin origin; 9-11 predorsal scales; and the distances between distal serrae on posterior margin of last simple dorsal fin ray being similar to the width of the bases of the serrae . Lower half of the body a yellow tint; pectoral and anal fins yellow .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hypsibarbus Vernayi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Hypsibarbus Vernayi is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Hypsibarbus Vernayi is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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