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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🍽️ Edible 🐠 Aquarium 🌡️ Subtropical

Schizothorax Meridionalis

Schizothorax meridionalis Tsao, 1964
Max Length
-
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.5
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
43.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Schizothorax Meridionalis (Schizothorax meridionalis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. With a trophic level of 2.5, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.

Scientific Name
Schizothorax meridionalis
Authority
Tsao, 1964
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
IUCN Status
DD
Trophic Level
2.5
Resilience
Medium
Vulnerability
43.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

: fusiform / normal; Cross section: oval.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Schizothorax Meridionalis is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

🐣 Oviparous
Spawning Season
spring
Spawn Location
Substrate
Fertilization
External

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
2.5±0.2

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.01175 × L2.99 (TL)

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2010

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Medium
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
43.00/100
Moderate vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.5
Omnivore / Planktivore
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Tsao, 1964

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

⚡ Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for Schizothorax Meridionalis is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Schizothorax Meridionalis has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact

🔬 Full Nutritional Profile

Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)

Proximate Composition
Energy125 kcal
Moisture75 %
Protein20 %
Total Fat4 %
Ash1.3 %
Fatty Acids (g)
Saturated Fat1 g
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g
Omega-3 Total1 g
EPA0.3 g
DHA0.5 g
Omega-6 Total0.3 g
Key Minerals & Vitamins
Calcium20 mg
Iron0.7 mg
Magnesium30 mg
Phosphorus220 mg
Potassium380 mg
Sodium55 mg
Zinc0.5 mg
Selenium32 µg
Vitamin B122 µg

📊 Population Dynamics

Year Region Index Notes
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