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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Subtropical

aquarium

Paranemachilus genilepis Zhu, 1983
Max Length
7 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.8
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
35.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

aquarium (Paranemachilus genilepis), first described by Zhu, 1983 is a small fish. Adults typically reach 7.00 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. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is important as a food fish.

Scientific Name
Paranemachilus genilepis
Authority
Zhu, 1983
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
7 cm
Trophic Level
2.8
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
35.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🔬 Taxonomy

Genus
Paranemachilus
Paranemachilus
Species
aquarium
Paranemachilus genilepis

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for aquarium is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for aquarium is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
2.8±0.3

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00724 × L3.01 (TL)
Max TL
7cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2011

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
35.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.8
Omnivore / Planktivore
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Zhu, 1983

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

⚡ Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for aquarium is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for aquarium has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact

📊 Population Dynamics

Year Region Index Notes
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