Pethia Khugae
📖 Overview
Pethia Khugae (Pethia khugae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.7 cm. With a trophic level of 2.7, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 32 - 33. A species of Puntius with the following combination of characters: dorsal fin edge plain, its spine serrated posteriorly with 10–12 serrae, spine length 16.0-20.9% SL; predorsal scales 11–12; lateral line incomplete with 8-11 pored scales; 28–30 scales in lateral-line row; transverse scales ½5/1/4½; black blotch on caudal peduncle at level of one scale behind posterior end of anal origin; intestine coiled, its relative length 0.9–1.2 TL .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pethia Khugae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Pethia Khugae is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Pethia Khugae is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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