Squalidus Minor
📖 Overview
Squalidus Minor (Squalidus minor), first described by Harada, 1943 is a small fish in the family Cyprinidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 5.10 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Endangered.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Body light gray, with a black stripe along dorsal midline and longitudinally black zones along lateral midline of body; black stripes on dorsal and caudal fins.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Squalidus Minor is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Squalidus Minor.
🔍 Similar Species
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