Platypharodon Extremus
📖 Overview
Platypharodon Extremus (Platypharodon extremus), first described by Herzenstein, 1891 is a fish. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. The species is important as a food fish.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Body color yellowish-brown on back and upper sides, pelvic and anal fins light yellow and dorsal and caudal fins grayish-blue. Snout bluntly rounded; body naked; lateral line scales obscure; caudal peduncle short.: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Platypharodon Extremus is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Platypharodon Extremus is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Platypharodon Extremus has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
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