Schistura Prashadi
📖 Overview
Schistura Prashadi (Schistura prashadi), first described by Hora, 1921 is a small fish in the family Nemacheilidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 6.50 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 Vulnerable.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): 13; Anal soft rays: 8. Processus dentiformis present; 9+8 branched caudal rays; 9 1/2 branched dorsal rays; males with a suborbital flap; complete lateral line; axillary pelvic lobe present; eye smaller than interorbital width; 4.9-5.2% SL (22-24% HL); black basal caudal bar complete; color pattern consisting of bars and reticulated spots; prepelvic length 54.3-55.9% SL; body depth 19.5-24.0% SL; length of caudal peduncle 15.7-16.5% SL .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Schistura Prashadi is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nemacheilus prashadi | Hora | 1921 | Synonym |
| Nemachilus prashadi | Hora | 1921 | Synonym |
| Noemacheilus prashadi | Hora | 1921 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Schistura Prashadi.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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