Deogyu fat-minnow
📖 Overview
Deogyu fat-minnow (Rhynchocypris deogyuensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
It has a narrower interorbital width (22.7-27.6% HL), a smaller eye diameter (21.3-26.2% HL), and a greater caudal peduncle depth (10.1-13.6% SL). There are 12-15 scales above the lateral line. A black transverse bar is present on the first unbranched ray of the dorsal fin. The lower of the two yellowish longitudinal bands along the lateral body is interrupted and lacks sharp definition. The blackish dorso-lateral body is adorned with numerous silvery-white spots.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Deogyu fat-minnow is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Deogyu fat-minnow.
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