Mahanadhi minnow
📖 Overview
Mahanadhi minnow (Parapsilorhynchus swaini) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.2 cm. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
It has a lengthened and slim body (depth at the dorsal fin origin: 16.9-18.7% SL) and a small and narrow head (width 60.0-68.7% HL, height at occiput 40.0-50.0% HL); and a narrow interorbital space (46.6-50.0% HL). The lateral line has 33-34 scales and 3 pectoral fin rays. It also has a poorly developed callous pad behind the lower lip that is not posteriorly defined. The pectoral fin is longer than the head, tubercles are present on the snout, and a black bar is visible on the anal fin.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Mahanadhi minnow is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Mahanadhi minnow.
🔍 Similar Species
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