Triplophysa Longibarbata
📖 Overview
Triplophysa Longibarbata (Triplophysa longibarbata), first described by Chen, Yang, Sket & Aljancic, 1998 is a small fish in the family Nemacheilidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 5.50 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Subtropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11; Anal soft rays: 7 - 8. Distinguished from all other species of the genus by having the following combination of characters: eyes absent; snout pointed; tubular flap of anterior nostril elongated into barbel-like structure, posterior nostril borders anterior one. Long and narrow pectoral fin, almost extending to pelvic-fin origin; pelvic fin reaching slightly beyond anus; caudal peduncle with developed caudal-adipose keel; body entirely lacking scales and color; dorsal fin with 8 branched rays; anal fin with 6 branched rays; pelvic fin with 6 branched rays and caudal fin with 16 branched rays . : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Triplophysa Longibarbata is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paracobitis longibarbatus | Chen, Yang, Sket & Aljancic | 1998 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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