Southern barred minnow
📖 Overview
Inhabits clear, flowing water in rapids or instream pools of rivers ; frequenting pools below rapids or water flows over sand or gravel . It feeds primarily on benthic macroinvertebrates, mainly chironomid and simuliid larvae, and adult insects taken from the surface ..Gonadosomatic index indicates that the species is a partial spawner which breeds over an extended period during the spring and summer months , spawning several times during the season ..
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 11; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 14 - 16.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Southern barred minnow is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Southern barred minnow is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Southern barred minnow is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical; 15°C - 25°C
🌿 Ecology
benthic macroinvertebrates, mainly chironomid and simuliid larvae, and adult insects taken from the
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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