Opsarius Maculatus
📖 Overview
Opsarius Maculatus (Opsarius maculatus), first described by McClelland, 1839 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 5.90 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Opsarius maculatus can be distinguished from Barilius ardens, B. canarensis, B. malabaricus and B. bakeri by having 7½ branched dorsal-fin rays (vs. 10½-11½) and a body-depth about 5 times in standard length (vs. 3) .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Opsarius Maculatus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Opsarius Maculatus.
🔍 Similar Species
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