Ceyhan spring minnow
📖 Overview
Ceyhan spring minnow (Pseudophoxinus zekayi), first described by Bogutskaya, Küçük & Atalay, 2006 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 14.30 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Vulnerable.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Ceyhan spring minnow is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ceyhan spring minnow is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical east of Kahramanmaraþ in Turkey.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Ceyhan spring minnow.
🔍 Similar Species
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