Poropuntius Consternans
📖 Overview
Poropuntius Consternans (Poropuntius consternans), first described by Kottelat, 2000 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 12.40 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Endangered.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 8. Distinguished from the other species of the genus by its narrower head, snout and head, hypertrophied lips, very pointed snout and 13 predorsal scales . Dorsal fin with 7 branched rays; uniformly dark greenish body in life; caudal fin without noticeable marks .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Poropuntius Consternans 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 Poropuntius Consternans.
🔍 Similar Species
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