Lythrurus Umbratilis
📖 Overview
Lythrurus Umbratilis (Lythrurus umbratilis), first described by (Girard, 1856) is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 8.80 cm in maximum length. Reported lifespan reaches approximately 3 years. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Lythrurus Umbratilis is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Lythrurus Umbratilis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Habitat and distribution data for Lythrurus Umbratilis is currently being compiled.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alburnus umbratilis | Girard | 1856 | Synonym |
| Luxilus lucidus | Girard | 1856 | Synonym |
| Lythrurus atripes | Jordan | 1878 | Synonym |
| Lythrurus cyanocephalus | Copeland | 1877 | Synonym |
| Lythrurus diplaemius gracilis | Forbes | 1878 | Synonym |
| Lythrurus umbratilis cyanocephalus | Copeland | 1877 | Synonym |
| Lythrurus umbratilis umbratilis | Girard | 1856 | Synonym |
| Minnilus nigripinnis | Gilbert | 1884 | Synonym |
| Minnilus punctulatus | Hay | 1881 | Synonym |
| Notropis lythrurus | Jordan | 1884 | Synonym |
| Notropis notemigonoides | Evermann | 1892 | Synonym |
| Notropis umbratilis | Girard | 1856 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Lythrurus Umbratilis.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 23 records indexed .
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