Levantine loach
📖 Overview
Levantine loach (Oxynoemacheilus namiri) 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 8.7 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
Physical description for Levantine loach is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Levantine loach is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Levantine loach is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Levantine loach is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Temperate
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Levantine Loach |
| 🌍CES | mřenka Namirova |
| 🌍EST | Levanti koontrulling |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbatula namiri | Krupp & Schneider | 1991 | Synonym |
| Nemacheilus namiri | Krupp & Schneider | 1991 | Synonym |
| Schistura namiri | Krupp & Schneider | 1991 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 2 records indexed .
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