Rohteichthys Microlepis
📖 Overview
Rohteichthys Microlepis (Rohteichthys microlepis), first described by Bleeker, 1850 is a medium-sized fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 30.00 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 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
Physical description for Rohteichthys Microlepis is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rohteichthys Microlepis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Tropical west and southern Borneo.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | lumbut drobnošupinný |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbus microlepis | Bleeker | 1850 | Synonym |
| Rohtee microlepis | Bleeker | 1850 | Synonym |
| Systomus microlepis | Bleeker | 1850 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Rohteichthys Microlepis.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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