Divine barb
📖 Overview
Divine barb (Puntius sanctus), first described by Plamoottil, 2020 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 9.40 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.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 8; Anal soft rays: 5. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following characters: with one pair of maxillary barbels which reach to lower border of orbit; lateral line scales 24- 25, predorsal scales 10; a distinct black spot and 1-2 rows of tiny black dots surrounding it on the front of base of dorsal fin; dorsal part of head, above and in front of orbit, with a distinct depression and another small, thin and elongated finger shaped mark just behind the level of posterior border of orbit and reaching to occiput .Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Divine barb is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Divine barb.
🔍 Similar Species
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