Metzia Mesembrinum
📖 Overview
Metzia Mesembrinum (Metzia mesembrinum) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.8 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 13 - 14. Refers to Rasborinus macrolepis.: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Metzia Mesembrinum is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Metzia Mesembrinum is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Metzia Mesembrinum is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Subtropical; 24°N - 22°N, 120°E - 123°E
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acheilognathus mesembrinum | Jordan & Evermann | 1902 | Synonym |
| Ischikauia macrolepis | Regan | 1908 | Synonym |
| Ischikavia macrolepis | Regan | 1908 | Synonym |
| Rasborinus lineatus takakii | Oshima | 1920 | Synonym |
| Rasborinus macrolepis | Regan | 1908 | Synonym |
| Rasborinus takakii | Oshima | 1920 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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