Amur minnow
📖 Overview
Amur minnow (Rhynchocypris lagowskii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 24 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Amur minnow is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Amur minnow is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Amur minnow is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 7.0 - 7.5; dH range: 10 - 20. Temperate; 16°C - 20°C north to the Yangtze in the south.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lagowskiella lagowskii | Dybowski | 1896 | Synonym |
| Moroco yamamotis | Jordan & Hubbs | 1925 | Synonym |
| Phoximus lagowskii | — | — | Synonym |
| Phoximus lagowskii yamamotis | Jordan & Hubbs | 1925 | Synonym |
| Phoxinus lagowskii | Dybowski | 1869 | Synonym |
| Phoxinus lagowskii chorensis | Rendahl | 1928 | Synonym |
| Phoxinus lagowskii lagowskii | — | — | Synonym |
| Phoxinus lagowskii variegatus | Günther | 1889 | Synonym |
| Pseudaspis bergi | Jordan & Metz | 1913 | Synonym |
| Pseudaspius bergi | Jordan & Metz | 1913 | Synonym |
| Rhynchocypris variegata | Günther | 1889 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 3 records indexed .
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