Orange chromide
📖 Overview
Occurs in lagoons and small streams. Enters estuaries . Often found among marginal roots and weeds in lagoons and some dry zone tanks (now relatively rare in the latter habitat). Feeds on fish fry, zooplankton and algae.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Orange chromide is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Orange chromide is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Spawns in shallow water, on a soft depression excavated by both parents. About 200 eggs are laid and hatch after 5 days, during which time the parents tend, and if necessary fan them. One parent always remains with the eggs while the other forages. Fry are guarded by parents until they almost reach sexual maturity.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic; pH range: 8.0 - 9.0; dH range: 9 - 19; amphidromous . Tropical; 20°C - 25°C South Asia: India and Sri Lanka.
🌿 Ecology
fish fry, zooplankton and algae
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Orange chromide is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Orange chromide has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
📊 Population Dynamics
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