Phoxinus Colchicus
📖 Overview
Found in a wide range of cold and well oxygenated habitats from small, fast-flowing streams to large rivers. Lives in groups. Occurs in association with salmonid fishes or cyprinids of barbel zone. Feeds on invertebrates, algae and detritus. Spawns in shoals over clean gravel bottom in flowing water .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Phoxinus Colchicus is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Phoxinus Colchicus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Females lay sticky eggs deep into clean gravel areas .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate
🌿 Ecology
invertebrates, algae and detritus
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoxinus phoxinus colchicus | Berg | 1910 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Phoxinus Colchicus.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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