Triplophysa Scapanognatha
📖 Overview
Triplophysa Scapanognatha (Triplophysa scapanognatha), first described by Prokofiev, 2007 is a small fish in the family Nemacheilidae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 9.10 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Temperate waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Vertebrae: 42 - 44. Head cylindrical, 5.0-5.7 times in SL; chins not swollen; caudal peduncle exceeding in length the head length; dorsal fin with convex distal margin; narrow truncated lower jaw, featuring a cutting margin; long intestine and two fields of brushlike tubercles on each side of the body in males .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Triplophysa Scapanognatha is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Temperate
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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