Squalidus Gracilis
📖 Overview
Squalidus Gracilis (Squalidus gracilis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 15.6 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 2; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7 - 10; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 6 - 9; Vertebrae: 33 - 34. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Squalidus Gracilis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Squalidus Gracilis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Squalidus Gracilis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Temperate
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capoeta gracilis | Temminck & Schlegel | 1846 | Heterotypic |
| Gnathopogon longifilis | Jordan & Hubbs | 1925 | Synonym |
| Gnathopogon majimae | Jordan & Hubbs | 1925 | Synonym |
| Gnathopogon tsuchigae | Jordan & Hubbs | 1925 | Synonym |
| Squalidus chankaensis tsuchigae | Jordan & Hubbs | 1925 | Synonym |
| Squalidus gracilis gracilis | - | - | Synonym |
| Squalidus gracilis majimae | Jordan & Hubbs | 1925 | Synonym |
| Squalidus gracilis minkiangensis | Bănărescu & Nalbant | 1964 | Synonym |
| Squalidus majimae | Jordan & Hubbs | 1925 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 38 records indexed .
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