Rhodeus Laoensis
📖 Overview
Rhodeus Laoensis (Rhodeus laoensis), first described by Kottelat, Doi & Musikasinthorn, 1998 is a tiny fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 4.70 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. 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
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 15. Having last simple dorsal and anal rays strong and stiff (but not a spine); 11 branched dorsal rays; 13 branched anal rays; 32-33+1-2=33-35 scales in longitudinal series; predorsal fin profile of males slightly concave; pelvic, dorsal and anal fins of males with narrow black distal margins; very narrow stripe along the posterior side of males ; and long ovipositor present in front of anal fin of females .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rhodeus Laoensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Female has an ovipositor which is used to deposit eggs inside bivalves. Young remain in the bivalve until they can swim .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Rhodeus Laoensis.
🔍 Similar Species
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