Black buntingi
📖 Overview
Black buntingi (Oryzias nigrimas), first described by Kottelat, 1990 is a small fish in the family Adrianichthyidae (order Beloniformes). Adults typically reach 5.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Near Threatened.The species is important as a food fish and considered a sustainable seafood option under current management. As a member of the Adrianichthyidae, it shares life-history and morphological traits with its relatives in the group.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 8 - 11; Anal soft rays: 21 - 25. Distinguished from all other species of Oryzias by the unique black nuptial coloration of the adults males. Differs further by having slightly emarginate caudal fin (shared only with O. matanensis which has 40-47 scales in lateral row and O. orthognathus which has 45-54 scales in lateral row), 34-37 scales in lateral row, 8-11 dorsal rays and 21-25 anal rays .: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Black buntingi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.5 - 8.5; dH range: ? - 18; non-migratory. Tropical; 22°C - 25°C ; 1°S - 3°S, 120°W - 121°W Endemic to Lake Poso, Sulawesi, Indonesia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Black buntingi is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Black buntingi is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Black buntingi has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
📊 Population Dynamics
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🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Black Buntingi |
| 🌍CES | medaka černá |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | ニグリマスメダカ |
| 🇳🇱Dutch | Schoffeltandkarpers |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 黑青鱂 |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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