Pseudohomaloptera Yunnanensis
📖 Overview
Pseudohomaloptera Yunnanensis (Pseudohomaloptera yunnanensis), first described by Chen, 1978 is a small fish in the family Balitoridae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 5.80 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 Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Balitoridae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal soft rays: 7. Has a more slender appearance; the pectoral fin not reaching the origin of the pelvic fins; 52-58 lateral line scales ; 12 branched pectoral rays; body depth 16.9% SL; body width 18.2% SL; eye diameter 12% HL . Pectoral fin with 7 simple and 12 branched rays .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Pseudohomaloptera Yunnanensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Pseudohomaloptera Yunnanensis.
🔍 Similar Species
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