Pethia Pookodensis
📖 Overview
Pethia Pookodensis (Pethia pookodensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 4.3 cm. With a trophic level of 2.7, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6 - 8; Anal spines: 8; Anal soft rays: 5. An elongate Puntius species without barbel and with an osseous principal spiny ray. Fresh specimens with iridescent silver body and yellowish fins. Two spots along the lateral line, one on shoulder, one on caudal peduncle, linked by a thin dark line. Sometimes a faint third spot after the second.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pethia Pookodensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 12°N - 10°N, 75°E - 77°E
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Pethia Pookodensis.
🔍 Similar Species
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