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💧 Freshwater 🌡️ Subtropical

Squalidus Homozonus

Squalidus homozonus Günther, 1868
Max Length
-
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.2
Depth
-
Climate
Subtropical
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
32.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
-

📖 Overview

Squalidus Homozonus (Squalidus homozonus), first described by Günther, 1868 is a fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus.

Scientific Name
Squalidus homozonus
Authority
Günther, 1868
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Subtropical
Trophic Level
3.2
Resilience
High
Vulnerability
32.00/100
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

Physical description for Squalidus Homozonus is currently being compiled.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Squalidus Homozonus 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
3.2±0.4

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00575 × L3.12 (TL)

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
High
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
32.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.2
Predator
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Described By
Günther, 1868

🦠 Common Diseases

The following diseases are known to affect Squalidus Homozonus.

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