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💧 Freshwater Least Concern

Schizothorax Waltoni

Schizothorax waltoni Regan, 1905
Max Length
63.4 cm
Max Weight
2.3 kg
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
2.5
Depth
-
Climate
💧 Freshwater
Resilience
Very low
Vulnerability
68.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Schizothorax Waltoni (Schizothorax waltoni) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 63.4 cm. With a trophic level of 2.5, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific Name
Schizothorax waltoni
Authority
Regan, 1905
Habitat
Freshwater
Body Shape
Elongated
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
63.4 cm
Max Weight
2.3 kg
Trophic Level
2.5
Resilience
Very low
Vulnerability
68.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

: elongated; Cross section: oval.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Schizothorax Waltoni is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

Size at Maturity
47.9cm TL

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. High altitude

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
2.5±0.2

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00813 × L3.05 (TL)
Max TL
63.4cm
Max Weight
2,300g

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2010

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Very low
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
68.00/100
High vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.5
Omnivore / Planktivore
Body Shape
Elongated
Described By
Regan, 1905

🦠 Common Diseases

The following diseases are known to affect Schizothorax Waltoni.

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