Lobocheilos Erinaceus
📖 Overview
Lobocheilos Erinaceus (Lobocheilos erinaceus), first described by Kottelat & Tan, 2008 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 14.30 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Near Threatened.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosed from all congeners from Java, Sumatra and Borneo by the unique combination of the following features: lateral line scales 31-32+2-3; absence of black blotch on end of the caudal peduncle; presence of subdistal crescentic mark on each scale (apex pointing backwards), overimposed with pigments on scale pockets, forming a reticulated pattern; 2 barbels, smaller than eye diameter; pectoral fin extending to ¾ distance to origin of pelvic fin; pelvic fin extending anus or slightly beyond; when folded backwards, dorsal-fin tip extending vertical through anus; and scale rows between lateral line and dorsal-fin origin 5½ .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Lobocheilos Erinaceus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Lobocheilos Erinaceus.
🔍 Similar Species
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