Beysehir minnow
📖 Overview
Beysehir minnow (Pseudophoxinus battalgilae) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 11 cm. With a trophic level of 2.7, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 9; Vertebrae: 37 - 38. Distinguished from other members of the genus Pseudophoxinus by the following characters: complete lateral line with 53-61 pored scales; dorsal fin rays III 8, anal fin rays III 9; gill rakers 11-14; a preopercular-mandibular cephalic sensory canal interrupted between the lower jaw and preoperculum; a considerably laterally compressed body with a partly scaleless keel on the belly .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Beysehir minnow is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pseudophoxinus battalgili | Bogutskaya | 1997 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Beysehir minnow.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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