Orontes minnow
📖 Overview
In slow-moving or still water amidst stones and vegetation. Feeds on algae and aquatic invertebrates. Spawns between February and April .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Orontes minnow is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Orontes minnow is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical central and northern part of the Jordan River drainage.
🌿 Ecology
algae and aquatic invertebrates
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pararhodeus kervillei | Pellegrin | 1911 | Synonym |
| Phoxinellus kervillei | Pellegrin | 1911 | Synonym |
| Phoxinellus rutiloides | Tortonese | 1939 | Synonym |
| Phoxinellus zeregi kervillei | Pellegrin | 1911 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Orontes minnow.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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