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💧 Freshwater Data Deficient 🐠 Aquarium 🌡️ Subtropical

Schizothorax Nukiangensis

Schizothorax nukiangensis Tsao, 1964
Max Length
48.8 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.5
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
55.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Schizothorax Nukiangensis (Schizothorax nukiangensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 48.8 cm. 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.

Scientific Name
Schizothorax nukiangensis
Authority
Tsao, 1964
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
Body Shape
Elongated
IUCN Status
DD
Max Length
48.8 cm
Trophic Level
2.5
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
55.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

: elongated; Cross section: oval.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Schizothorax Nukiangensis 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 = 0.00912 × L2.99 (TL)
Max TL
48.8cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Data Deficient
Assessment Date
2010

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Low
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
55.00/100
Moderate-High vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.5
Omnivore / Planktivore
Body Shape
Elongated
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Tsao, 1964

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