Syr Darya sturgeon
📖 Overview
Syr Darya sturgeon (Pseudoscaphirhynchus fedtschenkoi), first described by Kessler, 1872 is a large fish in the family Acipenseridae (order Acipenseriformes). Adults typically reach 65.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Critically Endangered.The species is a species of conservation concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Syr Darya sturgeon is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Syr Darya sturgeon is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; demersal; potamodromous . Temperate Endemic to Syr Darya basin of the Aral Sea (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scaphirhynchus fedtschenkoi | Kessler | 1872 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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