Sarcocheilichthys Hainanensis
📖 Overview
Sarcocheilichthys Hainanensis (Sarcocheilichthys hainanensis), first described by Nichols & Pope, 1927 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 9.00 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 Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Cyprinidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Anal soft rays: 6. In larger specimens, mid-lateral stripe broader but dissociated into large, irregular blotches, more or less vertically elongated;
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sarcocheilichthys Hainanensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | hrouzec hajnanský |
| 🇯🇵Japanese | ハイナンヒガイ |
| 🇰🇷Korean | 하이난중고기 |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Ханкинский пескарь-лень |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarcocheilichthys nigripinnis hainanensis | Nichols & Pope | 1927 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Sarcocheilichthys Hainanensis.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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