Squalius Vardarensis
📖 Overview
Squalius Vardarensis (Squalius vardarensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 16 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
Can be diagnosed from its congeners in Balkan Peninsula by the following characters: not projecting upper lip; mouth terminal; head length 1.0-1.2 times body depth, 25-29% SL; eye diameter 20-26% HL; 41-44 + 2-3 scales on lateral line; dorsal fin with 8½ branched rays; anal fin usually with 8½ branched rays; distance between tips of first and last branched anal rays (with fin stretched out) about equal to or slightly greater than caudal peduncle depth; and distal margin of anal fin convex .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Squalius Vardarensis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Squalius Vardarensis.
🔍 Similar Species
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