Vanmanenia Caldwelli
📖 Overview
Vanmanenia Caldwelli (Vanmanenia caldwelli), first described by Nichols, 1925 is a small fish in the family Balitoridae (order Cypriniformes). Adults typically reach 7.20 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. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Balitoridae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 10; Anal soft rays: 7. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Vanmanenia Caldwelli is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Temperate
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | mřenka Caldwellova |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homaloptera caldwelli | Nichols | 1925 | Synonym |
| Homalosoma caldwelli | Nichols | 1925 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Vanmanenia Caldwelli.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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