Raiamas Buchholzi
📖 Overview
Raiamas Buchholzi (Raiamas buchholzi), first described by Peters, 1876 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 14.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical 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 Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 9 - 10; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 16 - 18. Diagnosis: 46-52 scales in lateral line; 13-15 circumpeduncular scales; elongated spot on caudal peduncle . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Raiamas Buchholzi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical Central African Republic, Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of the Congo.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇵🇹Portuguese | Sangica-de-cauda-vermelha |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barilius buchholzi | Peters | 1876 | Synonym |
| Barilius kingsleyae | Boulenger | 1899 | Synonym |
| Opsaridium buchholzi | Peters | 1876 | Synonym |
| Opsaridium fasciatum | Vaillant | 1886 | Heterotypic |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Raiamas Buchholzi.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 153 records indexed .
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