Parachela Siamensis
📖 Overview
Occurs in lowland rivers including streams adjacent to the peat areas . Found at the surface in large rivers and lakes. At high water it moves into the flooded forest. Usually occurs together with P. oxygastroides and P. williaminae. Used to make prohac .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Musculature of the back extending forward to above the front margin of the eyes; dorsal-fin origin slightly in front of the anal-fin origin . Pectoral fin not extending beyond tip of pelvic fin; 25-32 branched anal-fin rays; dark outline on first few lateral line canals; 12 gill rakers on 1st arch .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Parachela Siamensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Parachela Siamensis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Parachela Siamensis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 17.6 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 407 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Parachela Siamensis has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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