Red Dwarf Rasbora
📖 Overview
Red Dwarf Rasbora (Microrasbora rubescens), first described by Annandale, 1918 is a tiny fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 3.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Endangered.The species is a species of conservation concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6 - 7; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 10 - 12. : fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Red Dwarf Rasbora is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 21°C - 25°C endemic to Lake Inle, Myanmar (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Emeral Dwarf Rasbora · Red Dwarf Rasbora |
| 🌍CES | razborka červenavá |
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Danio-anão |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Микрорасбора |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Red Dwarf Rasbora.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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