Hooghly halfbeak
📖 Overview
Hooghly halfbeak (Zenarchopterus striga), first described by Blyth, 1858 is a fish in the family Zenarchopteridae (order Beloniformes). It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Hooghly halfbeak is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hooghly halfbeak is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Ovoviviparous.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; pelagic; depth range 0 - ? m. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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