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💧 Freshwater Near Threatened 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Subtropical

Schizothorax Wangchiachii

Schizothorax wangchiachii Fang, 1936
Max Length
57.5 cm
Max Weight
3.0 kg
Lifespan
Trophic Level
2.4
Depth
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
59.00/100
Typical Length
Depth Zone

📖 Overview

Schizothorax Wangchiachii (Schizothorax wangchiachii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 57.5 cm. With a trophic level of 2.4, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.

Scientific Name
Schizothorax wangchiachii
Authority
Fang, 1936
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
Body Shape
Elongated
IUCN Status
NT
Max Length
57.5 cm
Max Weight
3 kg
Trophic Level
2.4
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
59.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

: elongated; Cross section: oval.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Schizothorax Wangchiachii is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

Diet information for Schizothorax Wangchiachii is currently being compiled.

🥚 Reproduction

Reproduction data for Schizothorax Wangchiachii is currently being compiled.

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater
Trophic Level
2.4±0.2

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00977 × L3.01 (TL)
Max TL
57.5cm
Max Weight
3,000g

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Near Threatened
Assessment Date
2011

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Low
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
59.00/100
High vulnerability
Trophic Level
2.4
Omnivore / Planktivore
Body Shape
Elongated
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Fang, 1936

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

Nutrition

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

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Schizothorax Wangchiachii 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

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