Kura loach
📖 Overview
Kura loach (Oxynoemacheilus brandtii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Nemacheilidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.8 cm. With a trophic level of 2.8, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal spines: 2 - 3; Anal soft rays: 5. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Kura loach is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Kura loach is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Kura loach is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 7.0 - ? ; dH range: ? - 20. Subtropical; 10°C - 20°C
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Caucasian Loach · Caucasian Sportive Loach · Kura Loach |
| 🌍CES | mřenka Brandtova |
| 🌍EST | Brandti koontrulling |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Куринский голец |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbatula brandti | Kessler | 1877 | Synonym |
| Nemacheilus brandti | Kessler | 1877 | Synonym |
| Nemachilus brandtii | Kessler | 1877 | Synonym |
| Orthrias brandti | Kessler | 1877 | Synonym |
| Orthrias brandti brandti | Kessler | 1877 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 8 records indexed .
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