Godavari thryssa
📖 Overview
Godavari thryssa (Thryssa kammalensoides) is a ray-finned fish of the family Engraulidae. It inhabits brackish water waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 16.6 cm. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 31 - 32. Belly with 16 to 18 + 10 or 11 = 26 to 29 keeled scutes from isthmus to anus. Maxilla moderately short, tip pointed and reaching just to edge of gill cover; first supra-maxilla absent. Serrae on lower gill rakers not clumped. Tip of pelvic fin falling short of vertical from dorsal origin. A dark `saddle' on nape, extending to area behind upper part of gill opening.: elongated; Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Godavari thryssa is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Godavari thryssa is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Godavari thryssa is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Brackish; pelagic; amphidromous . Tropical; 21°N - 13°N, 80°E - 90°E Indian Ocean: Godavari estuary on the eastern coast of India only, but presumably more widespread.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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