Schistura Acuticephala
📖 Overview
Schistura Acuticephala (Schistura acuticephala), first described by Hora, 1929 is a tiny fish in the family Nemacheilidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 4.00 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 Nemacheilidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Anal soft rays: 8. Processus dentiformis present, 11-13 bars on body, males have no suborbital flap, incomplete lateral line not reaching beyond dorsal fin origin, black basal caudal bar and axillary pelvic lobe present .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Schistura Acuticephala is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Schistura Acuticephala.
🔍 Similar Species
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